Test results in: Nearly 200 MPS drinking fountains had too much lead

MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Public Schools released on Friday, December 16th the results of water quality testing of drinking fountains in all district schools and buildings. Officials said the testing is a "proactive measure; federal and state regulations do not require schools to test drinking water."

MPS says the sampling began in June 2016 and two independent, state-certified firms conducted the analysis.

Highlights of the analysis include:


    The test results can be found on the MPS website at mpsmke.com/testresults.

    Additional information about lead can be found by visiting the City of Milwaukee Health Department's website at milwaukee.gov/health - and typing "lead" in the search bar or calling the EPA hotline at 1-800-426-4791.