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Water Supply Myths and Sewage Crisis Spark Activism

1/14/2025

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In California, rumors falsely allege that Lynda and Stewart Resnick dominate 60-80% of the state's water supply, while their company, Wonderful, actually consumes less than 1%. Meanwhile, in the UK, activists are raising alarms over antiquated sewage permits harming Lake Windermere, spotlighting the urgent need for improved treatment to protect its fragile ecosystem.

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Story summary

In California, rumors falsely allege that Lynda and Stewart Resnick dominate 60-80% of the state's water supply, while their company, Wonderful, actually consumes less than 1%. Meanwhile, in the UK, activists are raising alarms over antiquated sewage permits harming Lake Windermere, spotlighting the urgent need for improved treatment to protect its fragile ecosystem.