Some Brunswick Landing businesses had to step into community leadership roles and answer public health and safety questions after information of last week’s chemical spill was slow to come.
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Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Response to Brunswick foam spill a multifaceted failure
The buck could not have been passed any further. An anxious public deserves better.
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Posted inMaine, News
Maine CDC says not to eat fish from 4 freshwater bodies in Brunswick
The agency says the advisory is based on PFAS testing the Navy did around its former base in October 2023, before the spill this week of 1,450 gallons of firefighting foam containing the toxic chemical.
Posted inMaine
Maine DEP downplays Brunswick chemical spill risk to private drinking wells
The Department of Environmental Protection plans to ask nearby residents for permission to test their private drinking water wells, but it will not be sampling every one.
Posted inMaine, News, Times Record
Toxic foam spreads to pond in wake of Brunswick chemical spill
Foam has been building up in ponds and billowing through the air near Brunswick Landing since 1,600 gallons of fire-suppressing chemical was accidentally released Monday.
Posted inTimes Record
‘Our worst nightmare’: Brunswick officials grapple with hazardous chemical spill
Brunswick Fire Chief Ken Brillant says that the cleanup of a firefighting foam spill is in motion, while council members, civilian groups and residents alike express concerns about contamination.
Posted inMaine, News
Foam spill spews dangerous forever chemicals at Brunswick airport
Officials say a fire suppression system malfunctioned, discharging 1,600 gallons of firefighting foam concentrate – 4 to 5 feet deep in some places – at the former Naval Air Station.
Posted inCommunity
Brunswick studio to launch monthly event series Aug. 15
This series is designed to bring together creative minds and inspire collaboration among those passionate about developing their craft and business.
Posted inTimes Record
Thunderbirds soar over Brunswick as climax of air show
The Great State of Maine Air Show welcomed back the Thunderbirds to Brunswick’s air space, drawing in spectators and protesters.