Environmental
Minnesota's 'Forever Chemicals' (PFAS) have contaminated drinking water in several communities. Which Minnesota community was one of the first to receive settlement funds from 3M for PFAS contamination?
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CEast Metro Twin Cities communities (Oakdale, Lake Elmo area)✓ Correct
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Explanation
East Metro Twin Cities communities (including Oakdale, Lake Elmo, Woodbury, and surrounding areas) were among the first in Minnesota to have their water contaminated by PFAS from 3M's manufacturing operations in Cottage Grove. 3M reached a settlement with the State of Minnesota to fund cleanup and provide safe water. This is the most significant PFAS contamination case in Minnesota history.
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