The Commerce Street Plume is currently an active site on the National Priority List, meaning the EPA is actively managing cleanup and monitoring efforts. The primary exposure pathways involve groundwater contamination and soil vapor intrusion, where hazardous chemicals evaporate from underground plumes and enter residential structures. Long-term exposure to these unspecified hazardous substances can lead to chronic respiratory issues, nervous system damage, or increased cancer risks depending on the specific chemical concentrations. The EPA maintains records under ID 110071100071 to track mitigation progress. To protect your household, residents should first utilize carbon-based air filtration systems to reduce potential indoor volatile organic compounds. Second, homeowners should test private well water for chemical runoff before consumption, as municipal water is generally treated but private sources may be vulnerable. Third, maintain a barrier between bare soil and skin by using raised garden beds with imported clean soil for any home food production. These steps reduce direct contact with legacy industrial pollutants remaining in the Burlington ecosystem. Local oversight ensures that ongoing remediation efforts target the source area to prevent further migration of the plume toward residential zones. Monitoring reports are available through the EPA to verify the effectiveness of current containment strategies.