Verona, NJ (07044) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07044

Verona, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Verona faces a critical safety risk due to a high density of industrial sites. The 212-214 NORTH LIVINGSTON AVENUE Superfund site is located only four miles away and contains hazardous substances. These materials can seep into the soil or water, potentially affecting what you breathe or touch. With over forty nearby sites handled by the EPA, toxic exposure is a real concern. You must stay informed about local pollution to keep your family and home safe from hidden chemicals.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
212-214 NORTH LIVINGSTON AVENUE
Distance to Nearest
4.0 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
41
Sites Within 10 Miles
208
County
Essex
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The 212-214 NORTH LIVINGSTON AVENUE site, EPA ID 110039012341, is currently listed as an active site on the National Priorities List. Environmental investigations reveal unspecified hazardous substances that pose a threat through soil vapor intrusion, groundwater contamination, and direct contact. These pathways allow toxins to migrate into residential areas, potentially causing long-term respiratory issues or neurological damage depending on the specific chemical concentrations present. Nearby industrial locations like Metals Disintegrating, Inc. and multiple dry-cleaning facilities further elevate the cumulative risk. To mitigate exposure, residents should first install a high-quality carbon air filtration system to capture volatile organic compounds that may enter buildings from contaminated soil. Second, use certified water filtration systems for all tap water to remove potential groundwater pollutants. Third, avoid gardening in native soil without first conducting a professional soil toxicity test to ensure heavy metals or industrial solvents are not present. Regular monitoring of EPA cleanup progress reports is necessary to track the remediation of the 208 hazardous sites identified within a ten-mile radius of Verona.

Threat Summary

Verona faces a critical safety risk due to a high density of industrial sites. The 212-214 NORTH LIVINGSTON AVENUE Superfund site is located only four miles away and contains hazardous substances. These materials can seep into the soil or water, potentially affecting what you breathe or touch. With over forty nearby sites handled by the EPA, toxic exposure is a real concern. You must stay informed about local pollution to keep your family and home safe from hidden chemicals.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
METALS DISINTERGRATING, INC.1100461206390.91 miActive
CALDWELL CLEANERS1100295892101.88 miActive
ENZO II ITALIAN TAILOR1100714416671.89 miActive
MURPHY CLEANERS1100548094811.98 miActive
NORGE VILLAGE LAUNDROMAT AND CLEANERS1100147446422 miActive
FORMER US CLEANERS & DYERS1100714416662.01 miActive
MOLINE KRONBERG CLEANERS1100015439732.01 miActive
FORMER US CLEANERS & DYERS1100714328752.03 miActive
KALTERS CLEANERS1100041836052.06 miActive
SCHAIT AND SON DRY CLEANERS, INC.1100041559212.06 miActive

Action Required

Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment against local hazards. Contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552 to discuss housing safety rights and environmental disclosures. For specialized support regarding senior living conditions in the region, call the Bergen County Department of Human Services Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400. You may also consult the African Violet And Gesneriad Society Of New Jersey for guidance on local environmental health. Request detailed site assessment data to determine if your specific property requires professional remediation or vapor mitigation systems.

HUD Housing Counseling

Government Verified
Fair Housing Council Of Northern New Jersey
Hackensack, NJ
County Of Bergen, Department Of Human Services, Division Of Senior Services
Hackensack, NJ

Environmental Organizations

IRS Verified
  • African Violet And Gesneriad Society Of New JerseyEnvironmental
  • American Friends Of Maggies Centre IncEnvironmental
  • Beautiful Mountainside A Nj Nonprofit CorporationEnvironmental

Data Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Superfund Enterprise Management System (SEMS). Facility data from EPA Facility Registry Service (FRS). Nonprofit data from IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File. Housing counseling data from U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

This report is generated from publicly available government data and does not constitute legal or medical advice. For current site-specific information, visit EPA Superfund.

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