Thank you for coming out last Thursday to join together in community during emerging facts surrounding a suspected cancer cluster in Keyport, New Jersey. Environmental sampling confirmed five primary carcinogens present in the surrounding soil and groundwater: benzene, arsenic, lead, vinyl chloride, and PCBs. Thank you to affected resident and meeting host, Sal Liguori, for helping everyone establish pathways for residents to get screened and test their land.
How to Access Free & Low-Cost Testing & Screenings
Grassroots connected independent, residential-level soil sampling and local testing campaigns are taking place. Connect with Waterspirit and we will get you connected. No person in need of testing should ever be turned away.
Free Cancer & Health Screenings: Health officials and local representatives are corodinating state sponsored screening programs.
1) Rutgers Cancer Institute: Offering FREE early detection cancer screenings covered regardless of insurance status. Residents may contact the Monmouth County Health Department or Rutgers Cancer Institute for mobile screening dates and local clinic referrals.
2) NJ Health Partners: Please connect with the Visiting Nurses Association of Central New Jersey for more information.
Independent & NJDEP/EPA Testing Environmental Testing Updates: While the initial studies from the independent SESI report have surfaced, the NJDEP and federal agencies are conducting site investigations.
Residents seeking official testing around the Aeromarine site boundary should submit requests directly to the NJDEP Site Remediation Program, this NJDEP dedicated website. NJDEP Site remediation information program: 1-800-253-5647 to request a direct evaluation for vapor intrusion or soil testing if your property borders the landfill or affacted drainage tributaries. For private well testing, call 1-866-479-8378.
Track updates through Keyport Borough Council Meetings.
Our bodies and sacred Earth are not separate; the health of our soil, air and water all directly mirror the vitality of our watersheds. Industrial neglect may have left a legacy of toxins but tresting is the next truth seeking we may do. Please reach out if you have any questions.
Keyport and surrounding area residents, please consider registering to join us for a Climate Cafe this Thursday, 6th August, 7-9PM ET at the Community Church of Keyport.