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Durham Neighborhood Soil Testing Event

  • Communities in Partnership 101 North Driver Street Durham, NC, 27703 United States (map)

Join Toxic Free NC and partners for their fifth and final soil shop on March 14 from 3-5PM at Communities in Partnership (101 S Driver St) in East Durham.

Residents near East End Park and Durham community members concerned about soil contamination at city parks are invited to bring a sample to be screened for lead and other contaminants. There will also be resources about protecting health and information about the city’s next steps toward addressing the issue.

At this event, you can:

• Bring a soil sample from your yard to be screened

• Learn about possible health risks and practical ways to reduce exposure

• Review what testing has found so far

• Hear about the city’s next steps and potential plans for cleanup

Learn more here!