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PFAS detected in all fish samples across Delaware River Basin

A study found PFAS chemicals in fish samples collected at 21 sites across the Delaware River Basin, which supplies drinking water to about 14.2 million people, including residents in the Easton area.

Published Jun 8, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT | LehighValleyLive

Researchers detected PFAS in every fish sample taken from 21 locations across the Delaware River Basin. The basin supplies drinking water to roughly 14.2 million people, including those in the Easton area, prompting concerns about widespread contamination and potential impacts on water and fish safety.