Lawmakers will convene for a work session Tuesday afternoon to discuss a resolution addressing the presence of cancer-causing chemicals in firefighting gear.

As the legislative session gains momentum, New York lawmakers are set to announce new bills aimed at protecting residents ...

Tex, a common material used in waterproof clothing and outdoor gear, were hit with another environmental lawsuit.

An investigation into fluoroelastomer watch bands has revealed high levels of perfluorohexanoic acid (PFHxA), a short-chain ...

The St. John’s Regional Fire Department (SJRFD) announced Wednesday, Jan. 22, it was transitioning to PFAS-free bunker gear for all its active firefighters. A news release notes that the change ...

Everyone knows that firefighting is a dangerous job — jumping into burning buildings is not for the faint of heart. And ...

Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, also known as PFAS, are man-made synthetic chemicals with substantial fire and water-resistant properties. While many PFAS reached consumer goods markets ...

An overarching federal program and fund that invests in research and supports states and fire departments to switch to PFAS-free turnout gear is essential to achieve this. We can all contribute to the ...