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What was in Flint's water that caused 12 people to die?

The drinking water in Flint, Michigan was contaminated with lead and other harmful chemicals due to the city's switch to a new water source without proper safeguards in place. The lead in the water was particularly dangerous for children and pregnant women, and has been linked to developmental delays and other health problems. The contaminated water is believed to have contributed to the deaths of at least 12 people.

Did you know?

Did you know that the Flint Water Crisis, an ongoing public health crisis that emerged in 2014, was not directly responsible for causing any deaths? However, it did expose thousands of residents in Flint, Michigan, to lead-contaminated water. This dangerous exposure occurred when the city switched its water supply source and failed to implement proper corrosion control, causing lead from aging pipes to leach into the drinking water. While no immediate deaths occurred, studies estimate that around 12,000 children were exposed to lead, a neurotoxin known to have long-term impacts on development. This crisis highlighted the importance of ensuring safe and clean drinking water for all communities, especially those vulnerable to systemic neglect and environmental injustice.