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

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

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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.

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What actions is the state of Michigan taking regarding Flint's water crisis?

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How long has Flint been without clean and safe water?

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What was the initial cause of the Flint water crisis?

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What did the Scripps News investigative team reveal about the progress of pipe removal?

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What was the response of Mayor Sheldon Neely regarding the stalled progress of the water project?

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What did Flint residents do to raise awareness about the dangers of lead in drinking water?

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What deadline did the US government give public water systems to replace toxic pipes?

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