The A. N. Pierson, Inc. site, identified by EPA ID 110002077118, is currently an active site on the National Priorities List. Environmental hazards originate from unspecified hazardous substances that migrate through soil and groundwater. Exposure pathways include the inhalation of contaminated dust and the ingestion of pollutants via private well water. Health risks from these industrial chemicals include potential damage to internal organs and long-term developmental issues. Residents must adopt three specific defensive measures to reduce exposure. First, use certified water filtration systems that meet NSF/ANSI standards for chemical removal. Second, remove shoes before entering the home to prevent tracking contaminated soil into living spaces. Third, maintain a thick layer of clean mulch over bare dirt in yards to keep dust from blowing into the air. Detailed cleanup progress and data are available through the EPA Superfund site profile. Because there are 20 hazard sites within 10 miles, including the Middletown Municipal Landfill and Omo Manufacturing Site, the cumulative risk to the local ecosystem is severe. Continued monitoring of state health advisories regarding local groundwater is necessary for all residents in the 06481 ZIP code.