Spokane County Pauses New Data Centers | Spokane News

Spokane County is considering a pause on new data centers amid growing concerns over PFAS contamination in local water supplies, echoing a similar move by the city council. Since 2017, residents in Airway Heights have battled polluted groundwater, and fears are mounting that newer data center cooling technologies—using PFAS-laced fluids—could worsen the crisis. County commissioners plan to halt permits and take time to reassess the risks, aiming to protect residents and rebuild trust after years of feeling unheard. The upcoming vote could mark a turning point in how the county balances tech growth with community 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/acd55a09326c3bbe