February 3, 2008 - Those concerned with heightened cancer and chronic illness in Zavalla and lakeside communities are looking closely at the possibility of groundwater contamination by Lufkin-area industries sitting on top the recharge zone for the minor aquifer that provides drinking water to these communities.
After water quality is examined, the group known as Concerned Citizens of Zavalla intends to look at potential air pollution and soil contamination. The group agreed water quality was the easiest place to start.
While state and city officials oversee testing, the group is focused on compiling a local database of all cancer cases known in the area based on surveys they have disseminated to the public.
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Water Contamination, Land Pollution & Hazardous Waste Material are issues families all across America are afflicted with daily.
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