NOVA S44E17 - Poisoned Water

Episode Overview

NOVA delves into the crisis in Flint, Michigan, where city officials switched the water supply to cut costs, neglecting essential treatment protocols. This oversight led to the corrosion of water pipes, allowing lead to infiltrate the system and endangering the health of the community, particularly affecting countless children. Through rigorous investigation, NOVA reveals the scientific underpinnings of this preventable catastrophe.

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