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EPA has lowered the screening level for lead in soil – here’s what that could mean for households across the US

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EPA has lowered the screening level for lead in soil – here’s what that could mean for households across the US

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The new level won’t trigger automatic cleanups, but it sets a lower threshold for taking precautions to reduce lead exposure.

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Well a leak in a water pipe could poison you rather than just being a mild earthy taste

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