Residents served by the Nikishka Bay Utility in Nikiski, Alaska, are facing elevated levels of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in their drinking water, according to tests conducted by a senior scientist with Alaska Community Action on Toxics. PFAS, often referred to as "forever chemicals," pose severe…
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The storm caused widespread power outages Thursday morning, affecting nearly 4,000 Chugach Electric members, largely in Anchorage and Girdwood, and more than 6,000 Homer Electric Association members from Nikiski to Sterling.