Schuylkill Haven, Pennsylvania
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Schuylkill Haven faces a critical hazard level. The Brown's Battery Breaking site is located less than ten miles away. Because this site is listed as an active Superfund project, the ground and water near it contain dangerous waste. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about local soil and well water. High levels of hazardous materials can harm your body over time. Stay away from restricted areas and follow all local health department warnings.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment. Contact the Eastern Penna Alliance For Clean Transportation to learn about local environmental advocacy and air quality initiatives. For those concerned about housing safety or lead-related hazards, reach out to Schuylkill Community Action in Pottsville at 570-622-1995. You can also contact Neighborhood Housing Services of Greater Berks, Inc. at 610-372-8433 for assistance with housing health standards and remediation resources. Taking these actions helps reduce your exposure to the critical hazards identified in the 17972 area and ensures your family lives in a monitored, safer environment.
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.