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Okinawa Governor Pushes for PFAS Testing at U.S. Bases

12/25/2025

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High PFAS levels are detected at Ubugaa spring in Ginowan, near Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa.
U.S. Forces Japan denied Okinawa's requests to test PFAS at three bases, citing insufficient evidence.
Okinawa Prefecture has sought testing access since 2016, with surveys showing PFAS levels exceed national standards.
Okinawa Governor Denny Tamaki plans to present scientific evidence to the U.S. military to request on-site inspections.

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High PFAS levels are detected at Ubugaa spring in Ginowan, near Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa.
U.S. Forces Japan denied Okinawa's requests to test PFAS at three bases, citing insufficient evidence.
Okinawa Prefecture has sought testing access since 2016, with surveys showing PFAS levels exceed national standards.
Okinawa Governor Denny Tamaki plans to present scientific evidence to the U.S. military to request on-site inspections.