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Arsenic and nitrates are Washington's most troublesome contaminants. They are found in various regions across the state and are typically widespread problems. There has also been contamination of ground water from chemicals such as industrial solvents and pesticides. Sources of nitrates in drinking water include animal manure, fertilizers, and septic systems. Nitrates affect shallow wells used by individual homes and small public water systems. Arsenic is typically is a problem for individual well owners. High doses of arsenic can cause abdominal pain and vomiting. Prolonged exposure can damage many parts of the body, including blood vessels, kidneys, nerves and skin. Cancers of the bladder, kidney, liver,lung and skin cancers have been associated with ingesting arsenic.
Interesting Information Regarding drinking water in Washington:Other contaminations originating from agricultural and industrial practices have been reported, such as, perchloroethylene, ( a chemical used in dry cleaning) dinoseb, (an herbicide) and toxafene (a pesticide). Read more about contaminants in Washington's water.
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