When Gitanjali Rao first heard about the water crisis in Flint, Michigan, she wanted to help in any way she could. Now, at only 12 years old, Gitanjali is the proud inventor of “Tethys,” a portable device that detects lead in water. Named “America’s Top Young Scienist,” Gitanjali hopes to inspire other kids to get moving and make a difference in their own communities.
The 12-year-old Scientist Taking On Flint's Water Crisis
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- Flint's water had lead. The government lied about it. 10 years later, we need answers.
For 16 months, state government lied to Flint, insisting the yellow, foul-tasting water coming out of residents’ taps was fine. A state-appointed manager waved off residents’ concerns, with the ...
04/26/2024 - 10:15 pm | View Link - Flint's 10-year water crisis' origins chronicled in new book
"We the Poisoned," a new book timed to the 10th anniversary of the Flint water crisis, reveals "the real story behind how the government poisoned a major American city — and how they are actively ...
04/25/2024 - 11:19 pm | View Link - Flint’s Never-Ending Water Crisis and ‘Punishment Nightmare’
Corporate executives meet in Paris, Washington delays restitution, and the city dithers over pipe replacements.
04/25/2024 - 10:41 pm | View Link - The EPA says lead in Flint's water is at acceptable levels. Residents still have concerns about its safety.
It's been a decade since the Flint water crisis began. Residents told CBS News the scandal still weighs heavily on the city.
04/25/2024 - 3:25 pm | View Link - Flint's image a decade after its water crisis
A decade ago, the Flint, Mich., lead tainted drinking water crisis began. Ten years later, the city's tap water has improved but the city's image remains tainted.
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