Portsmouth, Virginia
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The area around ZIP code 23704 faces a critical environmental threat. The Abex Corp. Superfund site is located just over half a mile away and contains hazardous substances. These pollutants can get into the soil and dust around your home. For daily life, this means you must be careful about tracking dirt inside or letting children play in bare soil. High levels of local industrial contamination make it dangerous to grow food or use well water without professional testing.
Action Required
Immediate action is required to ensure residential safety and housing stability. Residents should contact the Henrico Pierce Foundation or the Hoffler Creek Wildlife Foundation for local environmental advocacy and soil safety education. For housing assistance related to environmental health concerns, contact Child & Family Services of Eastern Virginia, Inc. d/b/a The Up Center at 757-622-7017. Alternatively, reach out to the Hampton Redevelopment and Housing Authority at 757-727-1521 to discuss relocation options or safe housing programs. Do not delay in seeking professional guidance to minimize your family's exposure to hazardous substances in the Portsmouth area.
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.