Astoria, New York
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Astoria faces a critical hazard score of 10.0 due to its proximity to the Quanta Resources Superfund site and nearby Radium Chemical Company. Radium is a radioactive material that can be dangerous if it gets into the air or water. Living near these sites means you must be careful about local soil and groundwater. These invisible threats do not go away on their own and require professional cleanup to keep families safe from long-term health problems like bone diseases.
Action Required
Residents should engage with local organizations to manage these environmental risks. Contact the Astoria Park Alliance to assist with neighborhood environmental monitoring and cleanup advocacy. For those requiring legal or housing assistance due to environmental safety concerns, contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552. Seniors or vulnerable residents needing specialized health and safety support should call the County of Bergen Department of Human Services Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400. Taking these steps ensures that your household remains protected while local sites undergo active federal remediation.
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.