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Middle school kitchen faucet exceeded lead action level
What happened
An April 9, 2026 test found 8.0 parts per billion of lead in the first draw from one newly installed middle school kitchen faucet; the report says it was taken out of potable use and marked for handwashing and dishwashing only.
Why it matters to families
The testing result and restrictions affect access to drinking water in the school kitchen.
The evidence
The testing report lists a 5 ppb action level and reports 3.0 ppb after 15 seconds of flushing. The fixture’s current status and later testing are not established by this report.
The source
April 2026 middle school kitchen fixture lead testingSee the full record for Somers Central School District.
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