Newark, NJ (07106) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07106

Newark, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Residents in ZIP 07106 face a critical environmental risk score of 10.0. The 1 Hour Martinizing Cleaners Superfund site is only half a mile away and contains hazardous substances. These chemicals often stay in the soil or underground water for a long time. For your daily life, this means you should be careful about gardening or using well water. With over seventy other hazardous sites nearby, the local environment requires constant monitoring to keep families safe from invisible toxins.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
1 HOUR MARTINIZING CLEANERS
Distance to Nearest
0.5 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
73
Sites Within 10 Miles
196
County
Essex
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The 1 Hour Martinizing Cleaners site, EPA ID 110004254654, is currently listed as an active site on the National Priorities List. Regulatory oversight focuses on hazardous substances common in dry cleaning operations, which often include volatile organic compounds. Exposure pathways primarily involve vapor intrusion into nearby basements and the migration of contaminants through groundwater plumes. Long-term health risks associated with these substances include potential respiratory issues, neurological effects, and increased cancer risks from chronic inhalation or ingestion. The EPA monitors the site to prevent further spread into the surrounding Newark community, which contains 73 hazardous locations within a five-mile radius. To mitigate personal risk, residents must implement three defensive measures. First, install a high-quality vapor mitigation system or radon-style vent if your home is adjacent to known plumes. Second, utilize certified carbon-filtration systems for all drinking water to capture residual chemicals. Third, maintain indoor air quality by using HEPA-grade air purifiers designed to filter volatile organic compounds. Regular testing of basement air levels is recommended to ensure that underground contaminants are not seeping into living spaces. Ongoing remediation efforts are required to stabilize the local soil.

Threat Summary

Residents in ZIP 07106 face a critical environmental risk score of 10.0. The 1 Hour Martinizing Cleaners Superfund site is only half a mile away and contains hazardous substances. These chemicals often stay in the soil or underground water for a long time. For your daily life, this means you should be careful about gardening or using well water. With over seventy other hazardous sites nearby, the local environment requires constant monitoring to keep families safe from invisible toxins.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
1 HOUR MARTINIZING CLEANERS1100042546540.45 miActive
VA NEW JERSEY HEALTH CARE SYSTEM (EAST ORANGE CAMPUS)1100173102660.8 miActive
521 SOUTH 17TH STREET1100372859241.23 miActive
CUSTOM CARE CLEANERS1100042059581.48 miActive
ON TRACK CLEANERS1100042516391.53 miActive
IRVINGTON SMELTING & REFINING1100711002481.58 miActive
SILSONIX CORP1100015320481.83 miActive
BOYDEN AVENUE SITE1100041380862.05 miActive
LEAD CABLES1100714690482.09 miActive
HYGRADE ELECTRO PLATING CO1100711001062.14 miActive

Action Required

Residents should immediately contact local organizations to navigate environmental safety and housing rights. Reach out to the Eastern Environmental Law Center Inc for guidance on local pollution standards and advocacy. For concerns regarding how environmental hazards affect your living conditions or lease, contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552. Additionally, the County of Bergen Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services can be reached at 201-336-7400 for age-specific health resources. Engaging these professional services ensures you receive accurate data and legal support to protect your household from local industrial contamination.

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
  • Ben Aryee FoundationEnvironmental
  • Connection Earth IncEnvironmental
  • Eastern Environmental Law Center IncEnvironmental

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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