Concerns Over Water Bottling Facility and Its Environmental Impact in Middleway, WV
Worried about water resources and pollution
The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, December 4, 2024
In an article from The Spirit of Jefferson, local residents express strong opposition to a proposed bottling facility at the old 3M site in Middleway, West Virginia. They voice concerns about the potential impact of water extraction from local sources like Turkey Run and Lake Louise on their private wells and aquifers. The letter highlights the critical situation of water resources in the area, exacerbated by recent droughts, and emphasizes the environmental impact of the bottled water industry, including air pollution and plastic waste. Advocating for reusable bottles, the authors argue that bottled water is not a sustainable solution for safe drinking water.