Lattimer Mines, Pennsylvania
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Lattimer Mines faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Poly Clean Dry Cleaners Superfund site is located 3.1 miles away and remains active. This site leaked tetrachloroethylene, a toxic solvent, into the surrounding environment. For your daily life, these contaminants can travel through soil as vapors or enter the local water supply. Exposure to these chemicals often happens through breathing indoor air or drinking well water, potentially causing serious health issues over time. You must stay informed.
Action Required
Immediate action is required to mitigate risks in Lattimer Mines. Residents should contact the Friends Of The Nescopeck to participate in local environmental monitoring and watershed protection efforts. For those concerned about property safety or housing stability due to environmental factors, contact Schuylkill Community Action at 570-622-1995. You may also reach out to the Housing Development Corporation of Northeast at 570-824-4803 for assistance with housing resources. Requesting a water quality report and indoor air screening is the first step toward securing your household against the critical local hazard levels identified in this report.
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.