The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has confirmed that the water in Henry County is safe to drink, contrary to claims made in recent lawsuits against Evergy regarding contamination near the Montrose landfill location. Initial tests found only one potential issue, disproving the allegations in the lawsuits. Concerns arose when the Davis R 12 school was closed due to contamination concerns, prompting homeowners to demand further testing. Soil and water samples were found to exceed the regulatory standards for certain metals, including Radium, Hexavalent Chromium, and arsenic, but the DNR stated that the levels are not high enough to pose a threat to public health. While some residents called for an independent third-party test, the DNR and Missouri Health and Senior Services are working to address the elevated levels of arsenic found in the soil. The community remains reassured by the DNR’s findings and guidance that the public does not need to take any additional precautions at this time.
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