A new investigation by the Friesland Water Board (Wetterskip Fryslân) has revealed the presence of PFAS “forever chemicals” in all water sources across the Dutch province of Friesland. Measured concentrations exceed established safety standards for surface water, prompting the board to call for a complete European ban on PFAS. This follows the discovery of significant PFAS pollution near the Leeuwarden airbase, where levels were found to be up to 900 times the acceptable limit. The Friesland Water Board is the first provincial authority to map PFAS contamination in its waterways, utilizing a laboratory capable of measuring over thirty common PFAS compounds. PFAS are a group of chemicals known for their persistence in the environment and potential health risks, including immune system disruption, reproductive issues, and cancer. The findings add to growing national concerns, with approximately sixty locations across the Netherlands identified as requiring urgent PFAS remediation.