Jamaica, New York
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY (80 words) The Chloe Foods Superfund site is located 2.1 miles from your location. The critical hazard score of 10.0 indicates a serious threat to public health. Unspecified hazardous substances from local industry may impact your daily life through environmental contamination. With eight hazardous sites within five miles, cumulative exposure is a major concern. Stay away from industrial runoff and restrict children from playing in unpaved areas near these sites. High contamination levels can cause long-term illness if you are exposed frequently.
Action Required
SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED (100 words) Contact the Eastern Queens Alliance Inc for local environmental advocacy and information on community health initiatives. For housing concerns or assistance with environmental safety in your residence, call the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552. Senior residents should contact the County of Bergen Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400 for specialized support. You should also request soil and water testing from certified laboratories to verify safety levels in your home. Promptly reporting environmental concerns to these organizations helps ensure regulatory compliance and protects your family from hazardous exposure.
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.