Minot Air Force Base
Minot Air Force Base, ND
Known Toxins1
Years of Operation1957-Present
Base Background
The military broke ground on Minot Air Force Base in 1955. The 32nd Fighter Group was the first unit on the base. After briefly deactivating the base, the military set up an air surveillance facility on the site. Personnel at this facility transmitted information to the Air Defense Command. The base then shifted to missile and bombardment training during the late 60’s. Today, the base is home to the 5th Bomb Wing. They provide strike and combat support to units worldwide.
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 & Strength of Evidence Needed | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strong | Good | Limited | ||
| PFAS (Firefighting Foam) | Potential Effects & Strength of Evidence Needed | - | - | Testicular cancer Renal (kidney) cancer... Prostate cancer |
If you were stationed at Minot Air Force Base and later experienced adverse health effects, you may be eligible for compensation.
*Effects are according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s Agency for Toxic Substances & Disease Registry unless otherwise noted.