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Documentary Exposes PFAS Contamination in Yorkshire Town

3/22/2026

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The ITV1 documentary In Our Blood: The Forever Chemicals Scandal reports Bentham, a Yorkshire town, was contaminated by firefighting foam produced by Angus Fire.
Residents recall children playing in clouds of foam and remain unaware of PFAS, the so-called forever chemicals, highlighting health risks.
In addition to the documentary, football matches are scheduled, including Newcastle vs. Sunderland and Tottenham vs. Nottingham Forest, along with Women's Super League fixtures.

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The ITV1 documentary In Our Blood: The Forever Chemicals Scandal reports Bentham, a Yorkshire town, was contaminated by firefighting foam produced by Angus Fire.
Residents recall children playing in clouds of foam and remain unaware of PFAS, the so-called forever chemicals, highlighting health risks.
In addition to the documentary, football matches are scheduled, including Newcastle vs. Sunderland and Tottenham vs. Nottingham Forest, along with Women's Super League fixtures.