Contaminated Water in Flint

Main ContentFlint, Michigan is facing a serious public health crisis, with high levels of lead in its water supply. HHS is committed to supporting the residents and health agencies in Flint and across Michigan.  The federal government will work with state and city officials to identify the size and scope of the problem, and then make and execute a plan to mitigate the short- and long-term health effects of lead exposure.  Learn more about the health response >> Right Box1 Content Michigan.gov:  Taking Action on Flint Water City of Flint Right Box2 Content February 12, 2016: Federal support for state and local response operations February 10, 2016: USDA to Temporarily Allow WIC Funds to be Used for Lead Testing for Flint-Area WIC Recipients, Announces Other Measures to Expand Access to Healthy Food February 10, 2016: Federal support for state and local response operations February 10, 2016: Public Health Service Strike Team Clears Lead Test Results Backlog More News >> CDC: Lead EPA:  Lead