
Listener Mail: Breaking Physics? Firefighters and PFAs, Superfund Sites and Baseball.
Stuff They Don't Want You To Know
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Infrastructure Neglect and Bridge Collapse in Pittsburgh
The chapter discusses the collapse of a bridge on Forbes Avenue while President Joe Biden was en route to Pittsburgh, shedding light on the neglected state of infrastructure in the United States. It emphasizes the critical need for bridge maintenance and safety, recounting incidents where bridges have collapsed due to poor upkeep. The conversation also addresses the concerns raised by firefighters about the health risks associated with PFAS chemicals in firefighting gear.
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