Nine months later, PFOS pollution from the Stewart Air National Guard Base continues unabated
January 5, 2017
PFOS contamination near Stewart Air National Guard Base and Stewart International Airport, showing contamination in surface water both in the streams that feed Lake Washignton, and those associated with Beaverdam Brook, a tributary of the Moodna Creek. From presentation by DEC 9-19-2016 to Newburgh community.
Contamination from stormwater outfalls at the Air National Guard Base, showing the highest levels of contamination at Recreation Pond, which receives stormwater discharges from several points on the Air National Guard Base and Stewart International Airport. From presentation by DEC 9-19-2016 to Newburgh community.
US Air Force photo showing firefighting exercise at Stewart Air National Guard Base in 2004.
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