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The primary contaminants of concern affecting the soil, sediment, surface water, and landfill gas were identified as volatile organic compounds, according to the EPA’s website.
This included benzene, trichloroethylene, toluene, xylenes, and other organic compounds. Metals, including arsenic, chromium, and lead, were also identified as contaminants of concern.
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Comments and concerns can be sent to the following contacts:
-Adrian Palomeque, community involvement coordinator, (312) 353-2035, palomeque.adrian@epa.gov;
-Linda Kern, remedial project manager, (312) 886-7341, kern.linda@epa.gov;
-Toll free call, (800) 621-8431, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. weekdays.
The review should be completed in mid-August, according to the EPA.
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