Where ‘forever chemicals’ are highest in Bangor

BANGOR DAILY NEWS • September 17, 2024

Initial testing showed Bangor had higher levels of PFAS in its sewer system than many other communities. But it didn’t show where the chemicals were coming from. Additional testing showed the highest levels of PFAS in the city’s wastewater were coming from the Pine Tree Landfill and the site of the former Dow Air Force Base, which now holds the Bangor International Airport, Bangor Air National Guard and Bangor Army National Guard. Despite the results, the city’s drinking water is safe because it’s sourced from Floods Pond in Otis, far from the two sites.