How PFAS Contaminated Florida's Drinking Water: What Residents Need to Know
Reviewed by Emily Jeffcott, Attorney at Morgan & Morgan, on May 9, 2025.
PFAS contamination in Florida drinking water is largely linked to industrial activities, military bases, airports, and manufacturing plants. Over decades, PFAS-containing products such as firefighting foam, industrial waste, and chemical runoff entered soil and waterways, eventually making their way into drinking water systems.
Because PFAS chemicals do not easily break down, once they contaminate the water, they remain for years.
Where Contamination Has Been Found in Florida
According to water testing data, elevated levels of PFAS have been detected in parts of:
- Pensacola
- Tallahassee
- Orlando
- Fort Lauderdale
- Miami
- Palm Beach
- Tampa Bay
Specific zip codes in these regions have shown PFAS levels above the EPA’s newly established safety limits.
Why Drinking Water Exposure Matters
When people drink water contaminated with PFAS over time, the chemicals can accumulate in the body. This ongoing exposure has been associated with serious illnesses, including certain types of cancer and autoimmune issues.
Many individuals were exposed without warning and without the ability to protect themselves.
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