Brooklyn, New York
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Living in zip code 11251 means you are near the 543 Union Street Superfund site. This area has a critical hazard score of 10.0 because of dangerous chemicals in the ground and water. These unspecified hazardous substances can enter your home through dust or old pipes. This means the soil in your yard or the air in your basement might not be safe. You must be careful about what you touch and breathe to stay healthy every day.
Action Required
Residents seeking environmental guidance should contact local nonprofits like A Better Way Nyc or the 23Rd Street Community Garden Inc. For those concerned about housing safety and tenant rights in contaminated zones, the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey provides assistance at 201-489-3552. Additionally, the County of Bergen Division of Senior Services is available at 201-336-7400 for vulnerable populations needing relocation or health resources. Immediate action is required to verify the safety of your living space. Contact these agencies today to discuss environmental testing and your rights as a resident in a high-risk area.
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.