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Concrete Chemical Drum Count Rises to 22 in Long Island’s Bethpage Community Park

by Sonia Park
Concrete Chemical Drum Count Rises to 22 in Long Island's Bethpage Community Park

The discovery of buried concrete chemical drums at Bethpage Community Park in Long Island continues to grow, with officials now reporting that 22 drums have been unearthed. The park, previously a chemical dumping ground for Grumman Aerospace, is under intense scrutiny as state environmental officials call for a comprehensive investigation of the entire 18-acre site.

The latest findings highlight the ongoing environmental concerns associated with the site, which Grumman Aerospace donated to the town in 1962 without disclosing the contamination. The presence of these drums, which are believed to contain hazardous chemicals, poses significant risks to the environment and. . .

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