contamination
Lead Contamination 175 Times the Acceptable Level Found Near Ithaca Falls
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The most recent sampling from February revealed toxin levels as high as 69,800 parts per million. Acceptable levels are around 400 parts per million.
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Department of Environmental Conservation Investigates Groundwater Contamination in Ithaca
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Nate’s Floral Estates, a mobile home park in Ithaca built on a dump, may be receiving contaminated water. The DEC is conducting a new round of testing this month.
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City Residents Sue Companies for Contamination
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After years of frustration, residents concerned about toxic pollution in the South Hill area have filed a class action lawsuit against Emerson Power Transmission, Emerson Electric Co., Burns International Services Corp and BorgWarner Inc.
Formerly inhabited by Morse Chain Factory, the area under questions was shown to have high levels of trichloroethylene contamination, 1.1 million parts per billion, according to a 1989 test, The Ithacan reported. A 2006 report found measurable levels of TCE in South Hill area and suggested that future testing should be pursued to determine changes in ground water levels and seasonal changes affecting TCE vapor intrusion into South Hill basements.