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id: e932f7c2ab
section: schools
first_reported: 2026-11-05 16:24 EST
updated: 2026-11-05 16:24 EST
status: developing
outlets: 1
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# Lead found in one groundwater test at school site

A Phase II study found elevated lead in groundwater at one of three test borings. The school will connect to Isle of Wight County's water system.

Section: [Schools](/hampton-roads/section/life.md) · Entities: [Isle of Wight County](/hampton-roads/wiki/isle-of-wight-county.md)

> Developing: facts are still being established. Treat early details as provisional.

## Coverage

- [The Smithfield Times](https://www.smithfieldtimes.com/news/school-site-study-heavy-lead-in-groundwater-soil-acceptable-cc61c1a8), 2026-11-05 16:24 EST: School site study: Heavy lead in groundwater. Experts question accuracy.

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