The Coating Sciences, Inc. (Former) site, EPA ID 110071100576, is currently listed as an active National Priorities List site. Investigations focus on unspecified hazardous substances released during industrial operations. Primary exposure pathways include vapor intrusion into residential structures and the leaching of contaminants into the local aquifer. Prolonged exposure to these industrial chemicals often increases risks for respiratory illness, skin irritation, or long-term systemic toxicity depending on the specific compounds present. Because the site is within two miles of Broad Brook, residents must remain aware of ongoing EPA monitoring and remediation efforts. To minimize personal risk, follow these three defensive measures. First, install a high-quality water filtration system certified to remove volatile organic compounds. Second, conduct professional radon and vapor intrusion testing in your basement to ensure soil gases are not entering the home. Third, maintain a grass or mulch cover over bare soil to prevent the inhalation of contaminated dust particles. Regular review of the EPA’s Five-Year Review reports is necessary to track the progress of contaminant containment and the effectiveness of the current cleanup strategy.