Dossier
Gemini Springs
Coverage of Gemini Springs in the Nexus archive.
- Lobbyists work for and against Florida governments dealing with PFAS pollution
UF scientists found severe PFAS contamination in Gemini Springs, Volusia County, highlighting the widespread presence of cancer-causing 'forever chemicals' in Florida. Lobby firms representing chemical industry groups also advise local governments dealing with PFAS pollution, creating conflicts of interest. PFAS, linked to multiple cancers and liver toxicity, persist in the environment and human blood.