No rainwater that falls anywhere on Earth is safe to drink

Water, water everywhere and not a drop to drink. No, really.

From the Antarctic to the Tibetan Plateau, rainwater across the globe is too polluted for humans to safely drink, a study has shown.

Researchers found significant levels of toxic ‘forever’ chemicals in rainwater collected around the planet.

Exposure to high levels of these manmade ‘per-‘ and ‘polyfluoroalkyl substances’ has been linked to health problems including fertility issues, higher cholestoral levels and the risk of obesity and certain types of cancer.

The chemicals, which have been used in packaging and cosmetics, get their nickname from the fact they break down incredibly slowly in the environment.