Nearly ten years after the Flint water crisis first made headlines, hundreds of homes in the Michigan city still do not have access to safe drinking water. The crisis, which began in 2014 when the city switched its water supply to the Flint River, exposed thousands to lead-contaminated water and sparked national outrage.
A Decade of Neglect
Despite numerous promises and millions spent on infrastructure repairs, many residents continue to rely on bottled water for daily needs. Local officials admit that while progress has been made, the system remains flawed, with ageing pipes and bureaucratic delays slowing down recovery efforts.
Health Impacts Linger
Lead exposure has been linked to developmental issues in children and long-term health problems in adults. Activists argue that the slow response reflects broader systemic failures in addressing environmental injustice in low-income communities.
What’s Next for Flint?
With legal battles ongoing and public trust eroded, the road to full recovery remains uncertain. Advocates demand faster action and accountability to ensure no community faces such neglect again.
