Aquashicola, Pennsylvania
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Aquashicola faces a critical environmental threat with a hazard score of 10.0. The Palmerton Aluminum Superfund site is located only 1.2 miles away. This area also sits near the Palmerton Zinc Pile. These sites contain hazardous substances that can move through the soil and water. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about touching local dirt or drinking well water. Harmful chemicals may be present in the environment around your home, posing serious long-term health risks.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment and advocate for local cleanup. Contact the Alliance For Sustainable Communities-Lehigh Valley Inc to join environmental advocacy efforts and stay informed about local watershed health. If you are concerned about the safety or stability of your housing due to these environmental hazards, reach out to the Community Action Committee of Lehigh Valley, Inc. at 610-691-5620. This agency provides support services that can help you navigate housing challenges in contaminated zones. Taking collective action through these organizations ensures your community remains a priority for state and federal regulators.
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.