Port Washington, New York
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Port Washington faces a critical hazard score of 10.0. The Mitchell Manor Superfund site is 3.2 miles away and holds dangerous hazardous substances. There are 18 toxic sites within five miles of your home. These chemicals move through the ground and get into the water or air. This means you must be careful about the safety of the soil in your yard and the water in your pipes. Long-term exposure increases health risks for all residents.
Action Required
Take immediate steps to protect your household and secure your housing rights. Contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552 for assistance with environmental disclosures and tenant protections. Additionally, reach out to the County of Bergen, Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400 for health resources and support. Local advocacy is available through the Baxters Pond Foundation Inc to address environmental preservation. Do not delay in verifying the safety of your property against these documented critical hazards.
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.