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A November 2021 release of about 14,000 gallons of jet fuel and water reached the Red Hill drinking-water well. The VA acknowledges the exposure and DoD is building a Red Hill exposure roster, but the VA evaluates related claims case by case rather than as a blanket presumption.
Sources: VA.gov exposure
Red Hill is NOT a blanket VA presumptive location. The VA reviews Red Hill disability claims case by case, so you will need to document the exposure and a medical nexus. DoD is developing a Red Hill exposure registry, and a free VSO can help build the connection.
Source: VA.gov. Presumptive eligibility changes as new laws take effect and depends on your specific service; confirm current eligibility with the Exposure Checker or a free VSO.
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