An informational event entitled “What’s the Problem with PFAS?” (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) will be held Monday, Oct. 21 starting at 6 p.m. in the gymnasium of the Walkerville Wesleyan Church, located at 144 S. Hamon St. in Walkerville. Light refreshments will be served.
This event is made possible by the Great Lakes PFAS Action Network (GLPAN), a coalition centered around and driven by people impacted by PFAS pollution. The GLPAN policy includes expanded testing of surface and ground waters, accountability and increased funding for PFAS prevention and cleanup.
A video that focuses on the impact PFAS can have on farms and their families will start the event at 6 p.m. There will be time for discussion and questions afterward and attendees will have the opportunity to take action to help bring attention to this issue.
For anyone not familiar with the location of the PFAS contamination in the Walkerville area, a quick tour will start at 5 p.m., leaving from the church parking lot. Questions can be directed to the event organizer, Emma Kirwin, at (231) 873-3559.
