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Lebanon Airport Groundwater Finds PFAS | Concord News
Groundwater at Lebanon Airport has tested positive for PFAS—known as forever chemicals—that linger in the environment and pose health risks like cancer and reproductive issues. Detected during construction of a new control tower, levels were just above legal limits, sparking concern but offering some relief. The contamination likely stems from decades of firefighting foam use and possibly a past plane crash. While not surprising given airport-wide PFAS trends, it raises alarms about nearby waterways and fish safety. City officials plan to spend over $100K on a state-mandated investigation to…
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