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A lawsuit filed by Hagens Berman and other law firms accuses the Port of Morrow, commercial farms, and a CAFO in Oregon of contaminating groundwater with nitrates, jeopardizing the health of approximately 46,000 residents. Allegations include excessive use of nitrogen-rich substances, permit breaches, and health hazards linked to elevated nitrate levels, prompting demands for relief, compensation, and a medical monitoring initiative.
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How can agricultural practices be regulated to prevent groundwater contamination?
What measures can be implemented to mitigate the health risks posed by high nitrate levels?
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