State vows to remove toxic pipes at hundreds of Flint homes and businesses after Scripps News probe

The video discusses the ongoing water crisis in Flint, Michigan, where the city failed to replace corroded lead pipes for over a decade. The state of Michigan has now intervened, prompted by investigative reports and legal actions. Despite claims of progress, many homes remain affected, and the city has run out of funds. The state plans to complete the work by next year, highlighting the broader issue of lead contamination in the U.S.

What prompted the state of Michigan to take over the pipe replacement project in Flint?

• A new state law

• A federal judge's ruling and investigative reports

• A request from the Flint residents

• A change in the city's leadership

What was the initial cause of Flint's water crisis?

• A natural disaster

• A cost-cutting decision

• A political scandal

• A manufacturing error

How did residents of Flint feel about the ongoing water crisis?

• They felt ignored and unimportant

• They were indifferent to the situation

• They were satisfied with the city's efforts

• They were optimistic about the future

What was Mayor Neely's response when asked about the number of homes with lead pipes?

• He blamed previous administrations

• He promised immediate action

• He declined to give specific numbers

• He provided exact numbers

What did Flint request from the Michigan Governor in September?

• To increase funding for public health

• To provide bottled water to residents

• To replace and inspect additional service lines

• To declare a state of emergency

What is the estimated number of lead service lines across the United States?

• 1 million

• 5 million

• 9 million

• 15 million

What deadline has the US government set for replacing toxic pipes?

• 5 years

• 20 years

• 10 years

• 15 years