Oakland’s Schools Are Contaminated With Lead. What's the District Doing About It?
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Lead Contamination Crisis in Oakland Schools
This chapter addresses the alarming issue of lead contamination in Oakland's school drinking water and its impact on children's health. It highlights community activism advocating for stricter lead standards and discusses the urgent need for immediate access to safe drinking water while tackling the complexities of outdated plumbing systems. The conversation also explores long-term remediation strategies and the critical gaps in testing and accountability that need to be addressed.
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