Bronx, New York
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Living in ZIP code 10466 puts you near the Hexagon Labs Superfund site. This area has a critical hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. Hazardous substances from this site can move through the soil and water around your neighborhood. This means you must be careful about touching dirt in vacant lots or using local groundwater. These invisible chemicals can affect your health over time. Staying informed and avoiding direct contact with industrial soil is vital.
Action Required
Residents should immediately contact Bronx Is Blooming or the Bronx Land Trust for guidance on local soil safety and urban gardening. For those in subsidized or public housing concerned about environmental safety standards, contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552. Alternatively, the County of Bergen Department of Human Services Division of Senior Services provides assistance at 201-336-7400. You must document any unusual odors or health symptoms and report them to these agencies to ensure your living environment meets critical safety regulations and federal housing health codes.
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.