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Florida is poised to become 2nd state to ban fluoride from public water systems

CityNews Everywhere


Florida is poised to become the second state to ban fluoride in public drinking water, over the concerns of dentists and public health advocates who say the mineral is a safe, effective way to protect people of all ages from developing cavities.   Click here to read the story.   Click the following link for more information on Infrastructure.

Mexico and US reach deal on Rio Grande water sharing

ABC News


Mexico and the United States said Monday they had reached an agreement that involves Mexico immediately sending more water from their shared Rio Grande basin to Texas farmers after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened tariffs and sanctions earlier this month.   Click here to read the story.   Click the following link for more information on Infrastructure.

Halifax expanding Sackville river floodplain for first time in decades

CBC


Halifax is expanding the Sackville rivers floodplain and development restrictions that come with it, bringing applause from advocates but concerns from homeowners worried about property values.   Click here to read the story.   Click the following link for more information on Infrastructure.

Saint John River water levels on the rise after heavy weekend rain

CTV News


Heavy rain and warm temperatures melted virtually all the remaining snowpack. There was enough rain that we will see an increase in water levels along the Saint John River in the coming days. The Village of Gagetown is currently in a “flood warning” as water levels creep closer to backyards and roadways.   Click here to read the story.   Click the following link for more information on Flood.

York Region achieves perfect water quality scores for 2024

Water Canada


York Regional Council received the 2024 Drinking Water Systems Memo sharing The Regional Municipality of York scored 100% in Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks drinking water system inspections.   Click here to read the story.   Click the following link for more information on Infrastructure.