i know i have given the numbers for lead found both in first draw samples (the US EPA standard for initial collection) and samples that have been run - a total of 17.65% of over 400 samples in Stamford, but let me explain the importance.
A few years ago, a person not from Stamford (We did tests for anyone in CT), brought a "run sample for general testing and a first draw sample for lead and copper.
I ran lead on both and found both to be significantly elevated (over MCLs) in Lead.
The people had lived in the house a number of years and had moved in when one of thier children was a toddler. The other 2 were over the age of 6.
The one child had learning issues, behavior issues and many of the other typical signs of lead poisoning. The other 2 children did not.
Why these people waited so long to have the water checked is typical of homeowners and i believe that it created this tragedy.
The leasson? Test for lead at the very least!
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This is very troubling. Lead cannot be seen nor can it be noticed and it is all around us. People should be aware and do the tests regularly to prevent lead poisoning especially to children.
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