SWU has called on the EPA to conduct comprehensive vapor intrusion testing in the Kelly Community. There is a long standing concern that volatile gases from the shallow groundwater contamination vaporizes and collects in homes, particularly PCE and TCE (degreasing solvents). Both are linked to cancer, including liver and kidney problems. Congressman Gonzalez recently supported the community's demand. And while we welcome the arrival of the TAGA bus (a mobile high tech unit for air monitoring), we are concerned about the exclusion of community members from the process and the limited scope of the study.
SWU forced the EPA to listen to the community's testimony and concern and offer a tour of the TAGA facilities. Administrators and staff from EPA Regional 6 in Dallas attended along with local families. 20 homes are being studied this week in North Kelly Gardens, and with SWU input we were able to add homes in Normoyl Park area.
SWU eagerly awaits the results of the study and the subsequent dialog between residents and the EPA.
Thursday, May 15, 2008
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