In Alabama, the water supply for 100,000 residents has reportedly been contaminated. According to officials, the chemical found in the water has been linked to cancer, and is at dangerously high levels. Residents have been advised to avoid tap water due to this risk in addition to other health risks they may face when being exposed to the dangerous chemical. A representative from the water authority commented that a permanent solution would not be in effect until 2019.

In Alabama, 100000 people told not to drink water due to contamination – Reuters UK