Yonkers, New York
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Yonkers faces a critical hazard score of 10.0 due to high concentrations of industrial sites. The HOKE INC Superfund site, located 4.5 miles away, contains unspecified hazardous substances. While these chemicals remain under investigation, they can enter your environment through groundwater or soil. In daily life, this means you must be cautious about local soil contact and tap water quality. Cumulative pollution from 25 nearby sites poses a significant risk to your long-term health and safety.
Action Required
Contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552 to discuss housing safety and environmental disclosures. For local ecological education, engage with the Beczak Environmental Education Center Inc. Seniors should contact the Bergen County Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400 to request assistance with health screenings or home safety audits. Residents may also contact Aprodeca for local environmental advocacy. Immediate documentation of environmental concerns is necessary to ensure protection in this high-hazard region of Yonkers. Document all unusual odors or water discoloration to local health officials.
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.