New Rochelle, New York
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
New Rochelle residents face a critical 10.0 hazard risk level. The Stauffer Chemical/Eastern Research Cent site is located only 3.6 miles away and remains an active Superfund threat. This location contains dangerous levels of mercury. For your daily life, this means toxic heavy metals may impact local ecosystems and soil. Mercury exposure is a serious health concern that can damage the brain and nervous system. You must remain vigilant about local land use and potential water contamination in your community.
Action Required
Immediate action is required to mitigate risks in New Rochelle. Contact Ares Institute Ltd or Conservation Without Borders to learn about local environmental advocacy and soil testing initiatives. If you are concerned about how these critical hazard levels affect your residential safety or housing rights, reach out to the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552. Alternatively, you may contact the Paterson Task Force for Community Action, Inc. at 973-279-2333-135 for assistance with community resources. Do not delay in seeking professional guidance regarding heavy metal exposure and your legal protections as a resident.
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.