Brooklyn, New York
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY Living in the 11229 area of Brooklyn comes with serious environmental risks. Your hazard score is 10.0, which is critical. The BROOKLYN BOROUGH GAS CO. superfund site is located only 2.6 miles away. It contains dangerous hazardous substances that move through local soil and water. These toxins can negatively affect the air you breathe and the ground where you play. You must stay alert and follow safety rules to protect your health every day.
Action Required
SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED Residents must take immediate steps to address these critical environmental threats. Contact the FAIR HOUSING COUNCIL OF NORTHERN NEW JERSEY at 201-489-3552 for guidance on housing safety and your legal rights in high-risk zones. For local environmental advocacy and community support, connect with A Better Way NYC. Engaging with these organizations provides the necessary tools to navigate living near active Superfund sites. You should also coordinate with the 23rd Street Community Garden Inc for information on safe local land use. Immediate action is required to mitigate the 10.0 hazard rating and ensure household safety.
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.