Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Bala Cynwyd faces a critical hazard score of 10.0. The A. Perez & Son Lead Smelter is just 2.7 miles away and is an active Superfund site. Hazardous substances from this site can travel through dust or soil into your neighborhood. For daily life, this means you must be careful about dirt tracked into your home or children playing in soil. These invisible pollutants can cause long-term health problems if they are breathed in or accidentally swallowed over time.
Action Required
Residents of the 19004 area should seek immediate guidance regarding environmental housing safety. Contact the Urban League of Philadelphia at 215-985-3220 or the Northwest Counseling Service at 215-324-7500 for assistance with housing-related health concerns. These HUD-approved agencies provide resources for those living near critical hazard zones. Additionally, the Afewsteps Foundation serves as a local environmental nonprofit that may offer community-based support and advocacy. It is vital to document any unusual environmental conditions and report them to these organizations to ensure your household remains protected from the surrounding industrial legacy and active lead contamination risks.
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.