Department of the Air Force, EPA commit to collaborative action on PFAS concerns at Tucson International Airport Area Superfund Site

Air Force | October 23, 2024

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"In a significant step forward in addressing concerns regarding per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances at the Tucson International Airport Area Superfund Site, the Department of the Air Force and the Environmental Protection Agency today committed to a cooperative framework for the ongoing remediation efforts at the site.

This joint commitment follows discussions aimed at resolving issues raised in the EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Act Emergency Order issued to the DAF on May 29, 2024, concerning the presence of PFAS in groundwater near the Tucson Airport. Both agencies recognize the importance of collaborative action and a unified approach to environmental protection.

“The Department of the Air Force is committed to addressing environmental concerns and safeguarding public health,” said Dr. Ravi Chaudhary, assistant secretary of the Air Force for Energy, Installations and Environment. “We appreciate our partnership with the EPA and the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality, and we are dedicated to taking meaningful steps toward a solution. This doesn’t happen without a commitment from two agencies to work together cooperatively. I am proud of what our teams have accomplished — it’s cooperation on a level we haven’t seen before, and we’re committed to keeping up the momentum.”