Newark, NJ (07184) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07184

Newark, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY Newark area ZIP 07184 faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The 1 Hour Martinizing Cleaners Superfund site is a primary concern due to mercury contamination. Mercury is a heavy metal that can damage your brain and kidneys if you breathe it or get it on your skin. With 47 toxic sites within five miles, pollution can enter the soil and water you use daily. You must avoid contact with groundwater near these locations.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Mercury (Heavy Metal)
Nearest Superfund Site
1 HOUR MARTINIZING CLEANERS
Distance to Nearest
3.9 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
47
Sites Within 10 Miles
192
County
Essex
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

SECTION 2 – REGULATORY OVERVIEW
The 1 Hour Martinizing Cleaners site, EPA ID 110004254654, is currently an Active site on the National Priorities List. The primary contaminant is mercury, a heavy metal that persists in the environment without breaking down. Exposure pathways include the inhalation of toxic vapors, ingestion of contaminated soil, and the migration of heavy metals into local groundwater. Chronic exposure to mercury leads to neurological impairment, kidney damage, and developmental risks for children. Nearby locations like the West Orange Mercury and U.S. Radium Corp sites increase the total toxic burden in the 07184 area. To defend yourself, first, avoid disturbing soil or gardening in untreated local dirt. Second, use HEPA-certified air purifiers to catch contaminated dust entering the home. Third, utilize advanced water filtration systems rated for heavy metals to prevent ingestion via tap water. Residents should regularly check the EPA site for 1 Hour Martinizing Cleaners to track remediation milestones and safety updates. Because 192 hazardous sites exist within ten miles, environmental vigilance is mandatory. These defensive measures are necessary to limit the bioaccumulation of toxic substances in your body.

Threat Summary

SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY Newark area ZIP 07184 faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The 1 Hour Martinizing Cleaners Superfund site is a primary concern due to mercury contamination. Mercury is a heavy metal that can damage your brain and kidneys if you breathe it or get it on your skin. With 47 toxic sites within five miles, pollution can enter the soil and water you use daily. You must avoid contact with groundwater near these locations.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
WEST ORANGE MERCURY1100403196510.57 miActive
ANDSON PLATING INCORPORATED1100041665170.91 miActive
MONTCLAIR/WEST ORANGE RADIUM SITE1100711008621.02 miActive
U.S. RADIUM CORP.1100093001671.13 miActive
ORANGE VALLEY REGIONAL GROUND WATER CONTAMINATION1100453960771.33 miActive
GLEN RIDGE RADIUM SITE1100711008611.73 miActive
LEAD CABLES1100714690481.99 miActive
EAST ORANGE RADIUM1100711003422.66 miActive
VA NEW JERSEY HEALTH CARE SYSTEM (EAST ORANGE CAMPUS)1100173102662.7 miActive
FORMER A CORNFELD & CO., INC.1100711000132.96 miActive

Action Required

SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED Contact the Eastern Environmental Law Center Inc for assistance with environmental advocacy and legal protections. For housing concerns related to these hazards, call the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552. You may also contact the County of Bergen Department of Human Services Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400 for support regarding vulnerable populations. Organizations like the Ben Aryee Foundation and Connection Earth Inc offer local environmental resources. Taking direct action through these agencies provides the professional oversight needed to manage the critical risks associated with this Newark location.

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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