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10/25/06
Less than two weeks after finding heavy metals in a private well at a Gambrills home, the county Health Department has found dangerously high levels in five wells. Photo no longer available
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And now, the department is expanding its investigation into two areas that have another 15 wells.
The contaminated wells off Summerfield Road were discovered Oct. 12 and 16. Tests revealed high levels of beryllium, cadmium and thallium, elements that carry health risks, as well as aluminum, manganese and sulfate, elements that cosmetically affect water. "That group is not just homes," said Elin Jones, a spokesman for the health department. "There are also wells used...
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