If the bill passes and is signed into law, people who were exposed to chemicals in the water at Camp Lejeune will have two years to bring lawsuits against the government.

While the contamination at Camp Lejeune is one of the most well-known cases of water contamination, it’s far from the first.

Studies have shown a link between drinking the water at Camp Lejeune during these years and developing serious health conditions later in life. 

How did the contaminants get in the water, why did the water remain contaminated for so long, and what should those who were affected do now?

By knowing the symptoms of water contamination, you can protect yourself and your family when you act quickly after suspecting contamination.

From 1953 to 1987, toxic chemicals were present in the drinking water at Camp Lejeune Marine Corps Base in North Carolina at a much higher level than the allowable limit.