Naval Air Station Pensacola PFAS Lawsuit [2025 Update]

Dangerous PFAS Levels Detected in NAS Pensacola Groundwater

Naval Air Station Pensacola has been identified as a site of significant PFAS contamination, prompting growing concern over the health and environmental risks facing military personnel and nearby communities.

Groundwater testing revealed alarmingly high concentrations of PFAS chemicals, which are known to persist in the environment and human body for decades.

Published by the Environmental Working Group (EWG), PFAS chemicals were detected at the following levels in groundwater at NAS Pensacola:

• PFOS + PFOA: 126,300 ppt
• PFOA: 7,950 ppt
• PFOS: 89,200 ppt
• PFBS: 427 ppt
• PFHxS (Perfluorohexanesulfonic acid): 18,800 ppt
• PFNA (Perfluorononanoic acid): 1,350 ppt

These measurements, particularly for PFOS and PFOA, exceed the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) 2024 drinking water standard of 4 parts per trillion by thousands of times—raising serious concerns about past AFFF use, ongoing contamination risks, and long-term health effects for individuals exposed to water on or near NAS Pensacola.

Sources of PFAS Exposure at NAS Pensacola

The primary source of PFAS contamination at Naval Air Station Pensacola is the historical use of aqueous film forming foam (AFFF), a firefighting foam heavily used during military training exercises and emergency responses.

AFFF contains high concentrations of PFOS, PFOA, and other polyfluoroalkyl substances that can seep into soil and groundwater, contaminating local water systems.

Additional sources may include PFAS-containing products such as lubricants, coatings, and cleaning agents used across contaminated military sites.

Due to decades of use without adequate environmental protections, PFAS chemicals have accumulated in the groundwater beneath NAS Pensacola, leading to widespread water contamination that affects not only the base itself but also surrounding communities relying on public or private drinking water supplies.

Who May Be Exposed to PFAS at NAS Pensacola

Military service members stationed at NAS Pensacola, civilian workers, and family members living on or near the base may have been exposed to PFAS through contaminated drinking water, food preparation, and bathing.

Residents in surrounding communities who rely on private wells or public water systems near the base may also be at risk, especially if groundwater contamination has migrated beyond the installation’s boundaries.

Exposure routes include direct ingestion of PFAS-contaminated water, absorption through the skin, and consumption of food or beverages prepared with water drawn from affected supplies.

The health consequences of such exposure may include an increased risk of thyroid disease, certain cancers, immune system suppression, and other serious health problems now linked to PFAS chemicals.

Do You Qualify for the Naval Air Station Pensacola PFAS Lawsuit

If you or a loved one lived, worked, or served at Naval Air Station Pensacola and were exposed to contaminated drinking water, you may qualify to join a PFAS lawsuit.

Those who developed serious health problems — including thyroid disease, testicular or kidney cancer, or other conditions linked to PFAS exposure — could be eligible for financial compensation.

Affected individuals may include military service members, civilian workers, family members, and residents of surrounding communities where PFAS-contaminated groundwater may have entered private drinking water wells or local water systems.

The lawsuit aims to hold chemical manufacturers and responsible parties accountable for knowingly distributing toxic PFAS chemicals without adequate warnings or safeguards.

If you were exposed to PFAS through on-base drinking water or water supplies near NAS Pensacola, it’s important to explore your legal options as soon as possible.

A qualified attorney can help you determine your eligibility based on your service history, medical diagnosis, and evidence of exposure.

Gathering Evidence for a PFAS Lawsuit

Building a strong PFAS lawsuit requires comprehensive evidence of your exposure, the location and duration of that exposure, and the resulting health consequences.

Start by compiling any records that prove your presence at or near Naval Air Station Pensacola during the time when PFAS contamination likely occurred.

This can include military service documentation, on-base housing agreements, employment records for civilian workers, or residency documents for surrounding communities.

Medical evidence is equally important.

Obtain detailed records from physicians, specialists, or hospitals showing diagnoses or treatment for health conditions scientifically linked to PFAS exposure—such as thyroid disease, testicular cancer, kidney cancer, immune system disorders, or developmental issues.

If you experienced long-term health problems after drinking contaminated water, keep track of all treatments, medications, lab results, and associated expenses.

Environmental documentation is also essential. Reports from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Environmental Working Group (EWG), or military site investigations showing elevated PFAS levels in on-base or nearby water systems can help establish the link between your location and PFAS exposure.

Records confirming the use of aqueous film forming foam (AFFF) and documented PFAS concentrations in groundwater or drinking water at NAS Pensacola will further substantiate your claim.

An experienced PFAS attorney can help collect this evidence, consult scientific and medical experts, and coordinate testimony to establish liability.

With legal guidance, you can navigate the complex process of filing a claim and improve your chances of securing compensation for medical expenses, emotional suffering, and long-term health impacts caused by PFAS exposure.

TorHoerman Law: Investigating the Naval Air Station Pensacola PFAS Lawsuit

At TorHoerman Law, we are actively investigating claims related to PFAS contamination at Naval Air Station Pensacola and its surrounding communities.

With a deep understanding of toxic exposure cases and military contamination sites, our legal team is committed to helping individuals affected by PFAS-contaminated drinking water pursue justice.

NAS Pensacola has been identified as a site with confirmed PFAS contamination, with PFOS and PFOA levels far exceeding the Environmental Protection Agency’s safe drinking water threshold.

We are working to hold chemical manufacturers and responsible entities accountable for the use of hazardous substances like aqueous film forming foam (AFFF), which contributed to the long-term pollution of groundwater and drinking water supplies.

Our team is reviewing claims for military service members, civilian workers, and nearby residents who may have developed cancer, thyroid disease, or other health problems due to PFAS exposure.

If you’ve been impacted by the contamination at NAS Pensacola, contact us today for a free case evaluation.

You can also use the chatbot on this page to see if you qualify immediately.

We’re here to help you understand your rights and explore your legal options.