Live in Northern West Virginia? Join us at one of four upcoming meetings to learn about PFAS in our drinking water and share your input on community action plans.
Follansbee -Â Mon, Nov. 17 | 6-8 pm | Follansbee Community House, 1425 Main St
Chester - Tues, Nov. 18 | 6-8 pm | Chester City Building, Multi-Purpose Room, 600 Indiana Ave
Weirton - Wed. Nov. 19 | 6-8 pm | Holiday Inn, Washington & Jefferson Room, 350 Three Springs Dr
Benwood - Thur. Nov. 20 | 6-8 pm | Benwood McMechen Housing Authority, Kubek Room, 2200 Marshall St.
🍎 Light refreshments provided. No registration needed – just come, and bring a friend! If you would like reminders and information about future meetings and outcomes, complete the form below.
Why it matters: PFAS (“forever chemicals”) have been found in local drinking water systems, including Follansbee, Chester, Weirton, and Benwood. Long-term exposure may pose serious health risks.
These meetings are a chance to
- Learn about PFAS and WV’s response through the PFAS Protection Act
- Hear updates from WVDEP on local Action Plans
- Share your concerns and ideas to shape solutions
đź“‹ Hosted by: West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection, WV Rivers Coalition, Fair Shake Environmental Legal Services, and local partners. By completing this form, you may received updates on PFAS in West Virginia from representatives from these groups.
Questions? Email Carrie Decker at cdecker@wvrivers.org.