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Dangerous Lead Levels Detailed At Some Detroit Public Schools

"Detroit Public Schools water test results released Thursday show that 15 buildings have tested positive for high lead levels, including one where a drinking fountain recorded 100 times the allowable limit.

The disclosure late Wednesday that 19 of 62 schools exceeded acceptable amounts of lead or copper was followed by a detailed release Thursday of the levels found in tap water at those schools.

Reacting to the results, the city’s health department director said Thursday that all DPS students under the age of 6 should have a lead screening, regardless of whether they attend one of the schools with elevated lead or copper."

Jennifer Chambers and Jim Lynch report for the Detroit News April 14, 2016.

SEE ALSO:

"Congresswoman: Illinois City Should Replace Lead Water Lines" (AP)

Source: Detroit News, 04/15/2016