Federal trial begins for Red Hill water contaminationA trial for a mass environmental injury case begins more than two years after a military fuel tank facility poisoned thousands when it leaked jet fuel.12 months ago
Airmen warned not to use water amid Legionella outbreak at Lajes FieldNo U.S. personnel have been sickened by an outbreak of Legionella bacteria at Lajes Field, Portugal, the Air Force said.By Courtney Mabeus-Brown13 months ago
Camp Lejeune water contamination tied to several cancers, study showsMilitary personnel stationed at Camp Lejeune from 1975–1985 had at least a 20% higher risk for a number of cancers than those stationed elsewhere.15 months ago
DOD to target ‘forever chemicals’ near Michigan military base — againEnvironmentalists say the effort will help prevent PFAS from spreading across the region near the former Wurtsmith Air Force Base.16 months ago
Cleaning toxic military sites will take decades without more fundingAdvocates want congressional appropriators to double the budget for military clean up efforts in fiscal 2024.By Leo Shane III24 months ago
New DoD specs for firefighting foam, now free of ‘forever chemicals’PFAS-containing foam has to be phased out by October 2024.By Meghann Myers2 years ago
