AFFF Firefighting Foam Lawsuits – Florence
Florence, SC, has long supported military installations, fire departments, and industrial hubs—making it one of many South Carolina cities where exposure to AFFF (Aqueous Film Forming Foam) may have occurred. While designed to save lives by extinguishing fuel-based fires quickly, AFFF contains highly toxic chemicals known as PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances). These chemicals don’t easily break down in the environment or the human body and have now been linked to various cancers and other serious health risks.
If you or a loved one in Florence has been diagnosed with an illness you believe is connected to AFFF exposure, you may be entitled to significant compensation. At The Solomon Law Group, LLC, based in Columbia, SC, we help residents throughout Florence and surrounding cities pursue justice in AFFF lawsuits.
How PFAS Contamination Harms Victims
AFFF firefighting foam contains PFAS, often referred to as “forever chemicals” due to their persistence in the environment and the human body. Exposure to PFAS has been linked to life-altering illnesses and chronic conditions. Firefighters, airport personnel, military members, and those living near contaminated areas are most at risk.
Health conditions linked to PFAS exposure include:
- Testicular and kidney cancer
- Liver damage
- Pancreatic cancer
- Thyroid disease
- High blood pressure during pregnancy
- Immune system suppression
In Florence, those working with fire suppression at the Florence Regional Airport, local fire stations, or industrial sites could be facing health consequences related to AFFF exposure.
