Water samples from Casco Bay reveal widespread low levels of PFAS

MAINE PUBLIC • March 15, 2024

More than 100 water samples taken from 18 sites in Casco Bay last year showed low levels of PFAS. Friends of Casco Bay and Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences are conducting a three-year study on so called "forever chemicals" in the Bay and their sources and impacts on the marine environment. Casco Baykeeper Ivy Frignoca said the next step is to find the sources of the PFAS. She said sampling this year will focus on sampling water and sediment at key sites. Friends of Casco Bay will hold an online webinar to discuss the three-year study and PFAS results in detail on Thursday, March 21 at 8 am.