Jamaica, New York
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The hazard level for Jamaica, New York, is at a critical 10.0 out of 10. The Chloe Foods Superfund site is located just 2.1 miles from this area. This site contains unspecified hazardous substances that can leak into the ground or water. For your daily life, this means dangerous chemicals might be near where you live or play. These toxins can harm your health if you touch them or breathe them in over a long period of time.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment and legal rights. Contact the Eastern Queens Alliance Inc for local environmental advocacy and information regarding the multiple hazardous sites in the area. For assistance with housing safety and tenant rights in the region, contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552 or the County of Bergen Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400. These organizations provide resources to help navigate the health risks associated with living near the Chloe Foods site and other high-priority cleanup locations in New York.
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.