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Navy to test water near former base for possible chemicals
MILLINGTON, Tenn. — The Navy is calling for assistance from some Millington homeowners or business owners with private drinking water wells to test for possible chemicals near the former Naval Air Station Memphis.
They are sampling water from private drinking wells to ensure it's safe and meets the federal government's guidelines.
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Residents are being asked to schedule a sampling appointment by June 27.
The Navy says it's doing this because groundwater samples collected in 2023, from the former Naval Air Station in Memphis, exceeded the EPA's National Primary Drinking Water Regulations.
Officials say the groundwater samples contained firefighting foam or other materials with human-made chemicals, also known as PFAs.
The Navy wants to determine if the water in nearby private drinking wells contains similar levels.
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Samples are not needed if your water is provided by the City of Millington or MLGW.
They say if your water is not publicly owned, your assistance is requested. Officials say you can expect to receive the preliminary results within 30 days.
If the water samples don't meet federal guidelines, officials tell WREG they will work with property owners for a solution.
The Navy is asking residents to leave a name, property address, and phone number, and a representative will return the call. To schedule an appointment, call 888-671-2560.
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