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Military bases teem with PFAS — there’s still no firm plan for cleanup

Excessive levels of toxic PFAS chemicals have been detected at 80% of active and decommissioned military bases.

By Sachi Kitajima Mulkey, Grist

9 minutes ago

Lockheed nabs F-35 sustainment contract worth up to $6.6B

The cost per flying hour is set to decrease by 8 percent over the contract period, the Pentagon stated.

By Valerie Insinna

3 years ago

Pollution study at former Michigan Air Force base needs more time, Pentagon official says

A Pentagon official has told northern Michigan residents four more years of study are necessary to get a handle on toxic chemicals from a former U.S. Air Force base that are polluting drinking water.

5 years ago

States, military clash on cleanup of toxic chemicals

Few producers or users of PFAS face potential liabilities as great as the U.S. military.

By Kyle Bagenstose and Jenny Wagner, Bucks County (Pa.) Courier Times via the AP

5 years ago

New Mexico officials: Holloman Air Force water contaminated

Holloman Air Force Base violated its state permit for groundwater discharge after toxic chemicals were found in groundwater and has yet to respond to concerns from environmental officials, the New Mexico Environment Department said Wednesday.

5 years ago

Air Force completes water testing near Cannon base

Recent tests show three of 25 private water sites near Cannon Air Force Base are not safe to drink.

6 years ago

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