Residents near Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point (MCAS Cherry Point) in North Carolina fight for compensation and health security due to alleged water contamination linked to the base. While settlements have been reached, the main lawsuit persists, highlighting significant community concerns.
Detailed Overview:
- MCAS Cherry Point:
- Operational since 1942 in Havelock, North Carolina.
- Listed as a hazardous waste site by the EPA in 1994 due to groundwater, soil, and water contamination.
- Lawsuits:
- 2012 Class Action: Residents claimed water contamination caused childhood leukemia, settled for $2.3 million.
- 2019 Class Action (Ongoing): Residents allege various health problems due to contamination, seeking compensation and action.
- Impact on Residents:
- Concerns about long-term health effects and property values.
- Current Status:
- Navy continues investigating and remediating contamination.
- Bottled water provided to affected residents.
- 2019 lawsuit outcome awaited.
| Complete Date | Case | Citation | Court | Short Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Havelock Residents v. U.S. Navy | N/A | Eastern District Court of North Carolina | Class action lawsuit alleged water contamination caused childhood leukemia. |
| 2012 | N/A | N/A | Eastern District Court of North Carolina | Settled for $2.3 million. |
| 2019 | Havelock Residents v. U.S. Navy | N/A | Eastern District Court of North Carolina | Ongoing class action lawsuit alleges various health problems due to contamination. |
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Residents seek compensation and action from the Navy. |
Disclaimer: This information is based on publicly available sources and is not intended as legal advice. Please consult with an attorney for legal matters.
