Neffs, Pennsylvania
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Neffs faces a critical hazard level due to nearby industrial contamination. The FMO Pesticide Site is a major concern just 3.5 miles away. This site contains dangerous hazardous substances that can move through the air, soil, or water. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about what is in your backyard and your drinking water. Toxins from these sites can harm children and pets if they play in contaminated dirt or drink unfiltered well water.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment. Contact the Community Action Committee of Lehigh Valley at 610-691-5620 for assistance with housing safety and local environmental concerns. For advocacy and information regarding local water quality, reach out to the Bertsch Hokendauqua Catasauqua Watershed Association. You should also consult with the Alliance For Sustainable Communities-Lehigh Valley Inc to learn about regional cleanup efforts. These organizations provide the resources necessary to navigate the health challenges posed by the FMO Pesticide Site and other nearby industrial locations. To address housing-related hazards, call Neighborhood Housing Services of Greater Berks at 610-372-8433.
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.