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Despite potential links to cancer, many firefighters are still wearing PFAS gear

Despite potential links to cancer, many firefighters are still wearing PFAS gear
Photo: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) · view original

( InvestigateTV ) — Paul Cotter spent decades living the typical firefighter routine. When the alarm sounded, he’d step into his turnout gear – the specialized boots, pants, topcoat and helmet that’s worn to protect first responders from extreme heat and moisture – and be on the truck within seco...

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