Jersey City, NJ (07308) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07308

Jersey City, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Jersey City faces a critical environmental threat with a hazard score of 10.0. The Alden Leeds Inc Fire site, located 1.9 miles away, is an active Superfund location containing hazardous substances. These materials can enter the air, soil, or water, potentially affecting what you breathe and where you play. Living near 73 contaminated sites within five miles means residents must stay alert. These chemicals can cause long-term health problems if you are exposed to them frequently in your daily routine.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
ALDEN LEEDS INC FIRE
Distance to Nearest
1.9 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
73
Sites Within 10 Miles
196
County
Hudson
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Alden Leeds Inc Fire site remains on the active National Priorities List under EPA ID 110070605710. This facility experienced a massive chemical fire that released unspecified hazardous substances into the surrounding environment. Primary exposure pathways include the inhalation of airborne particulates and direct contact with contaminated soil or groundwater plumes. Residents also face cumulative risks from the nearby PJP Landfill and Dye Specialties Inc sites. Health risks associated with these hazardous substances include respiratory distress, skin irritation, and potential long-term systemic damage depending on specific chemical concentrations. The EPA monitors these locations to mitigate further migration of toxins into the residential infrastructure. To defend against exposure, residents should first utilize high-efficiency particulate air filters in their homes to reduce indoor dust and chemical vapor intrusion. Second, avoid gardening or disturbing soil in areas without confirmed clean fill to prevent accidental ingestion of toxins. Third, monitor local water quality reports and consider using certified filtration systems if infrastructure issues are suspected. Staying informed via the EPA public record for the Alden Leeds site ensures residents understand ongoing remediation efforts and local safety boundaries.

Threat Summary

Jersey City faces a critical environmental threat with a hazard score of 10.0. The Alden Leeds Inc Fire site, located 1.9 miles away, is an active Superfund location containing hazardous substances. These materials can enter the air, soil, or water, potentially affecting what you breathe and where you play. Living near 73 contaminated sites within five miles means residents must stay alert. These chemicals can cause long-term health problems if you are exposed to them frequently in your daily routine.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
PJP LANDFILL1100092997490.54 miActive
DYE SPECIALTIES INC1100005625511.27 miActive
EIGHTH STREET SITE1100093004701.34 miActive
THE FORMER WHITLOCK CORDAGE CO FACILITY SITE1100670398401.4 miActive
CITY CHEMICAL CORP1100041342681.49 miActive
WOODWARD METAL PROCESSING1100711007901.53 miActive
SPARKLE CLEANERS1100041919811.6 miActive
CONRAIL-MEADOWS YARD1100092603611.65 miActive
STANDARD CHLORINE1100015329851.65 miActive
TURNPIKE DUMP #51100711007121.72 miActive

Action Required

Residents should immediately contact local organizations to address environmental health and housing safety concerns. Reach out to the Best Spaces Design Institute A Nj Nonprofit Corporation or Climate Defiance for advocacy and environmental education. For housing assistance and legal guidance related to these hazards, contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey in Hackensack at 201-489-3552. You can also call the Bergen County Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400 for additional support resources. Taking these steps helps secure your living environment against the high density of local industrial contaminants.

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
  • Best Spaces Design Institute A Nj Nonprofit CorporationEnvironmental
  • Climate DefianceEnvironmental
  • Climate Laboratory Philanthropy 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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