NM environment officials, U.S. Air Force agree to PFAS cleanup plan around Cannon

NM environment officials, U.S. Air Force agree to PFAS cleanup plan around Cannon

New Mexico and U.S. Air Force officials on May 12, 2026, announced a verbal agreement to jointly clean up PFAS contamination from firefighting foams used on base seeping into aquifers off-base. (Courtesy of U.S. Air Force/Staff Sgt. Alex Mercer)Top U.S. Air Force and New Mexico environment officials this week announced a verbal agreement to expedite clean up of toxic chemicals in Curry County aquifers surrounding Cannon Air Force base. GET THE …