Newport News, Virginia
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The Newport News area near ZIP code 23609 faces a critical safety risk with a score of 10.0 out of 10. The Chisman Creek Superfund site is only 3.6 miles away and contains dangerous hazardous substances. These chemicals can enter local water and soil. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about touching dirt or drinking untreated well water. Multiple nearby military sites increase these risks, making the local environment unsafe without taking proper safety precautions.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment. Contact the Hampton Redevelopment and Housing Authority at 757-727-1521 to discuss housing safety assessments and potential relocation resources if your property is within a high-risk zone. For specialized information regarding local ecosystem health and soil safety, reach out to the Master Naturalists of the Virginia Peninsula. If you require financial counseling or assistance due to environmental property devaluation, contact Child and Family Services of Eastern Virginia, known as The Up Center, at 757-622-7017. Document all health symptoms and consult a physician regarding potential toxic exposure.
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.