New York, New York
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Residents in ZIP code 10153 face a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The City Chemical Corp site is the nearest Superfund location, sitting just 4.3 miles away. Because the contaminants are listed as unspecified hazardous substances, you must be careful with local soil and water. These toxins can enter your home through dust or old pipes. Living near so many active industrial sites means you are constantly exposed to pollutants that can hurt your long-term health.
Action Required
Immediate action is required to address housing safety and environmental health. Residents should contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552 to discuss tenant protections regarding environmental hazards. For local advocacy and waste management resources, reach out to the Closed Loop Foundation or the Alexander Foundation Inc. If you are a senior citizen concerned about property contamination, call the County of Bergen Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400. Request a professional indoor air quality assessment to verify the safety of your immediate living environment against local industrial pollutants.
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.