New York, New York
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
New York City ZIP 10003 faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Bayview Avenue Drums Superfund site sits five miles away and contains dangerous hazardous substances. There are fifty active hazard sites within five miles of your home. These sites can leak toxins into the soil, air, or groundwater. In your daily life, this means you must be careful about touching dirt in vacant lots or drinking water after local pipe breaks. Your health depends on being informed.
Action Required
Residents of the 10003 area must take immediate steps to secure their living environment against localized hazards. For residents concerned about environmental justice or housing safety, contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552 for guidance on tenant rights regarding site remediation. Senior citizens should reach out to the Bergen County Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400 for health-related assistance. Additionally, support local environmental health by engaging with 100 For All Inc to learn about clean water initiatives and community safety programs tailored for New York City residents.
Data Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Superfund Enterprise Management System (SEMS). Facility data from EPA Facility Registry Service (FRS).
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.