Howard Beach, New York
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Howard Beach faces a critical hazard level of 10.0 out of 10. The Chloe Foods Superfund site is only 2.3 miles away and is active on the National Priorities List. Hazardous substances from this location can travel through soil and water into your neighborhood. For daily life, this means you must be careful about contact with local dirt and groundwater. Cumulative pollution from 55 nearby industrial sites poses a significant risk to your family’s long-term health and safety.
Action Required
Immediate action is necessary due to the critical 10.0 hazard score. Residents should contact the Eastern Queens Alliance Inc to join local environmental advocacy efforts and stay informed about cleanup progress. For those concerned about housing safety and environmental justice, contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552. Additionally, elderly residents seeking support services related to living conditions should call the County of Bergen, Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400. Documenting local health concerns helps push for faster remediation of the Chloe Foods site.
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.