In Focus: Urban areas face unique water challenges

In Focus: Urban areas face unique challenges when it comes to water

BY Ryan Burk Wisconsin

PUBLISHED 10:00 AM ET Apr. 20, 2025 PUBLISHED 10:00 AM EDT Apr. 20, 2025

This week on "In Focus," we explore the issue of water quality across Wisconsin. From PFAS contamination concerns to aging water infrastructure, we dive into what is being done to address the problems.

Dean Amhaus is the president and CEO of the Milwaukee-based Water Council. Kevin Shafer is executive director of the Milwaukee Metro Sewerage District. Both joined Spectrum News 1 to discuss the challenges that urban areas, including Milwaukee, are facing when it comes to water.