Cities
and towns across Vermont are debating how to best treat their water systems to
meet new regulations from the Environmental Protection Agency. In Grand Isle, the debate is centering on whether to add chloramine.
After Tropical Storm Irene, homeowners in the flood zone whose wells or septic systems were inundated need to check the safety of their drinking water. The Department of Health says it will test wells for free.
Yesterday
the United Nations held it's first ever summit on the human right to water. At
issue was a resolution to support the right for all humans to safe, clean water
and sanitation.
What one book do you think every high schooler should read? Which books did you read in high school? We talk about how required reading lists have changed over the years. Also, Canada tackles water issues.