Military Toxic Exposure
Evidence shows that there is a connection between military service operations and cancer.
Known Contaminants
Affected Bases
Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center
An overview of documented PFAS contamination and ongoing CERCLA cleanup at the Air National Guard training center in Alpena, Michigan.
Altus Air Force Base
Altus Air Force Base in Oklahoma has been associated with PFAS contamination linked to firefighting foam used in training.
Arnold Air Force Base
Arnold Air Force Base in Tennessee has been associated with PFAS, PCBs, and chlorinated solvent contamination tied to decades of aerospace testing and fire training.
Badger Army Ammunition Plant
Badger Army Ammunition Plant in Sauk County, Wisconsin produced military propellants and left widespread groundwater contamination now under cleanup.
Barksdale Air Force Base
Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana has faced concerns about PFAS groundwater contamination tied to decades of firefighting foam use.
Barnes Air National Guard Base
Barnes Air National Guard Base in Westfield, Massachusetts has been associated with PFAS groundwater contamination from firefighting foam.
Battle Creek Air National Guard Base
Battle Creek Air National Guard Base in Michigan is being investigated for PFAS in soil and groundwater linked to past firefighting foam use.
Beale Air Force Base
A profile of contamination concerns and environmental cleanup at Beale Air Force Base in California.
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What to Do If You Were Exposed to PFAS: A Practical Guide for Service Members and Families
A calm, step by step guide for veterans and families who may have encountered PFAS from firefighting foam or contaminated base water.