Fort Benning (Moore)
GA
Known Toxins1
Years of Operation1918-present
Base Background
Established in 1918 near the Alabama-Georgia border, Fort Benning supports over 120,000 active-duty personnel, family members, reservists, retirees, and civilian workers. Originally a basic training site for World War I, it has since become a key military facility.
Toxic Exposure Claims and Compensation
Due to firefighting foam (AFFF) use, Fort Benning (now renamed Fort Moore) is heavily contaminated with PFAS and veterans exposed to it may be eligible for VA benefits and compensation. Contact our Warner Robins VA disability lawyers for a free evaluation of your disability claim.
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 |
At Hill & Ponton, we specialize in winning disability compensation for veterans. If you developed a health condition potentially related to PFAS, our Georgia VA lawyers may able to assist you.