Firefighters look to restart PFAS case against manufacturer 3M
Victorian firefighters are considering reviving a class action lawsuit against 3M following the federal government's $2 billion lawsuit over PFAS contamination. Fire Rescue Victoria's chief officer believes this federal action could encourage the state government to revisit the previously blocked case. The aim of the class action is to hold 3M accountable for the costs associated with cleaning up contamination caused by its firefighting foam products.
- ▪The federal government is suing 3M for $2 billion over PFAS contamination at Australian Defence Force bases.
- ▪Fire Rescue Victoria was previously set to lead a class action against 3M, which was halted by the state emergency services minister.
- ▪PFAS chemicals have been linked to various health issues, including cancers and neurological effects.
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Victorian firefighters consider restarting PFAS case against 3M in wake of federal lawsuitBy Matt Neal and Prue BentleyABC South West VicTopic:FiresFri 29 May 2026 at 11:36amFri 29 May 2026 at 11:36amFri 29 May 2026 at 11:36amFirefighting foams containing PFAS have been phased out in countries around the world. (Supplied: National Park Service/Jim Peaco)In short:The head of Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) wants to explore an abandoned class action against PFAS manufacturer 3M.The federal government is suing 3M for $2 billion over PFAS contamination at Australian Defence Force bases.What's next?FRV's Mick Tisbury wants to discuss the matter with Victoria's attorney general and emergency services minister.abc.net.au/news/frv-pfas-case-3m-firefighters-victoria/106736150Link copiedShareShare…
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