Per and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)
PFAS are a large group of human-made chemicals that are common in the environment. High amounts of PFAS can affect health.
Watch our video about protecting yourself from PFAS
What are PFAS?
Learn about PFAS.
PFAS Health Effects & Ways to Reduce Exposure
Learn how people are exposed to PFAS, how they affect health, and how to reduce exposure.
PFAS in Drinking Water
Learn about how our water is tested for PFAS and see drinking water standards.
PFAS in Madison & Dane County
Find information on sources of PFAS contamination in our area.
PFAS and Fish Advisories
Review the Wisconsin Department of Health Services' fish advisories for Dane County.
PFAS News
October 7, 2024
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources will host the next PFAS External Advisory Group meeting from 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024. Agenda items include updates and discussion on recent and anticipated PFAS actions, a guest speaker from the University of Wisconsin and updates from working groups. Register to attend. You can submit questions in advance by email.
Read the Dane County Regional Airport Quarterly Progress Report Summary, March 2024
