Posted 4/13/2024, 5:14:00 PM
Toxic Drums Found Buried in Bethpage Park Reignite Fears Over Contamination from Former Northrop Grumman Site
- Toxic chemical drums discovered buried at Bethpage Community Park reignite anger over contamination
- Park site used by Northrop Grumman to manufacture aircraft from 1942-1996; was also used for waste disposal
- Nearby residents fear contamination has caused high cancer rates, though no definitive link established
- Northrop Grumman denies responsibility but is working with state regulators on cleanup
- Attorneys allege Northrop Grumman hid extent of contamination and air pollution from community
