British newspaper The Guardian has concluded a damning investigation into how some cities in America apparently attempt to conceal how much lead really is in the water, by employing “cheats” when testing.

“Who amongst us is safe?” Marc Edwards, Flint Whistleblower.
The investigation revealed that 33 cities across 17 states have used methods of testing water that possibly conceal dangerous levels of lead.
“They make lead in water low when collecting samples for EPA compliance, even as it poisons kids who drink the water. Clearly, the cheating and lax enforcement are needlessly harming children all over the United States.”
~ Marc Edwards, Virginia Tech Scientist
“Cheats” and practices designed to conceal concerning results include:
- Requesting that testers run water