El Campo Training Site
Base Background
The El Campo Fire Department has been operational in the city of El Campo since the early 1900’s. The department uses the El Campo Training Site for various types of firefighting training, which has led to contamination with PFAS, the dangerous chemicals included in firefighting foam (AFFF). Learn more about AFFF toxic exposure claims.
Known Toxins
The following chart outlines the medical conditions associated with toxic exposure at this base, classified by the strength of evidence required (strong, good or limited).* Please keep in mind that it is not a complete list.
| Toxin | Potential Effects | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strong | Good | Limited | ||
| PFAS (Firefighting Foam) | Potential Effects | - | - | Testicular cancer, Renal (kidney) cancer, Prostate cancer |
If you have trained at the El Campo Training Site and later experienced health issues related to PFAS exposure, you may be eligible for VA disability. Our VA-accredited lawyers can assist you in obtaining compensation and veteran benefits in Texas (or your state). Contact us for a free evaluation of your case.
*Effects are according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s Agency for Toxic Substances & Disease Registry unless otherwise noted.