Whitehall, Pennsylvania
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Whitehall residents face a critical safety hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The primary threat is the Heleva Landfill, located 3.2 miles away. This site contains hazardous substances that can leak into the local environment. For your daily life, this means the air you breathe and the water from your taps could contain hidden chemicals. You must be careful about touching local soil or drinking unfiltered well water, as these contaminants can cause long-term health problems for families.
Action Required
Residents should immediately contact local organizations for support and environmental testing resources. Reach out to the Alliance For Sustainable Communities-Lehigh Valley Inc or the Bertsch Hokendauqua Catasauqua Watershed Association to learn about local water monitoring efforts. If you have concerns about your home safety or need housing assistance due to environmental factors, contact the Community Action Committee of Lehigh Valley, Inc. in Bethlehem at 610-691-5620. You may also call the Neighborhood Housing Services of Greater Berks, Inc. at 610-372-8433 for guidance on safe housing standards. Taking these steps ensures your family remains protected from local industrial hazards.
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.