PFAS in Firefighter Gear | Charlottesville News

Firefighters across the country are sounding the alarm: the very gear meant to save their lives may be silently poisoning them. Protective suits, coated with toxic PFAS “forever chemicals,” are linked to rising cancer rates in the fire service. These durable, flame-resistant compounds don’t break down — not in the environment, not in the body — and firefighters are exposed daily. It’s a tragic irony. While a recent house fire in Key West displaced a family and their pets, the bigger story is unfolding behind the scenes: investigations are underway to uncover the full scope of contamination and find safer gear — so first responders can protect others without risking their own health. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/33718cedd5301a31