Health and Environment
Here’s How NYC Tenants Can Test Their Drinking Water
Liz Donovan and David Brand |
The discovery of arsenic in the water supply at NYCHA’s Jacob Riis Houses is a scary reminder of how little control most people have over their taps. While most of the water in New York City apartment buildings is perfectly potable, older plumbing can leach toxins, especially lead, during the final stretch from street to sink.