Bromomethane
Bromomethane is a synthetic pesticide used in agriculture. It can contaminate water through runoff. Exposure causes nervous system damage and other toxic effects.
Bromomethane, also known as methyl bromide, is a colorless, odorless gas used as a soil fumigant in agriculture. It can enter drinking water through agricultural runoff or industrial discharge. Measured in parts per billion (ppb), bromomethane was largely phased out in the US by 2005 due to its ozone-depleting properties. While its use is now restricted, historical contamination may persist in some water sources. Exposure can potentially lead to neurological and respiratory issues.
- People affected
- 1.4M
- Utilities with this contaminant
- 26
- States with this contaminant
- 10
Utilities with the highest levels of this contaminant
Utility | Service Areas | Level | Population Served | |
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OL Olivehurst Public U.D. | Yuba County, CA | 1.333 ug/L | 16,595 | View |
CI City Of Alvin | Brazoria County, TX | 1.050 ug/L | 26,780 | View |
CI City Of Greenville | Greenville, MS | 0.843 ug/L | 29,602 | View |
VE Vermilion Waterworks District 1 | Vermilion Parish County, LA | 0.490 ug/L | 23,490 | View |
SA Saratoga Springs City | Saratoga Sprngs (C), NY | 0.315 ug/L | 26,525 | View |
IN Inglewood- City, Water Dept. | Inglewood, CA | 0.186 ug/L | 82,041 | View |
CI City Of Orange | Orange County, TX | 0.180 ug/L | 18,762 | View |
LO Lomita-City, Water Dept. | Lomita, CA | 0.138 ug/L | 20,256 | View |
SA Santa Rosa, City Of | Santa Rosa, CA | 0.100 ug/L | 175,775 | View |
CI City Of Seabrook | Harris County, TX | 0.087 ug/L | 12,792 | View |