The Bailey’s Cleaners site, EPA ID 110071100920, remains active on the National Priorities List. Hazardous substances from historical operations often include volatile organic compounds that migrate through soil and groundwater. Primary exposure pathways include the ingestion of contaminated well water and the inhalation of toxic vapors that rise into buildings from the soil. Health risks associated with these contaminants include neurological effects and long-term organ damage. There are four hazardous sites within five miles of Gardiner, including Quality Cleaners and the O’Connor Site, creating a concentrated zone of risk. To protect your health, you must implement three defensive measures. First, install a granular activated carbon filtration system for all household water to capture chemical contaminants. Second, use a vapor barrier or sub-slab depressurization system in your basement to prevent toxic gases from entering your living space. Third, remove outdoor shoes at the door to prevent contaminated soil particles from entering your home. These actions reduce direct contact with the unspecified hazardous substances documented by the EPA at nearby locations.