Hialeah, Florida
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Living in Hialeah ZIP 33016 puts you at critical risk from nearby toxic waste. The Associated Paint and Plastics Superfund site is only 4.8 miles away. Hazardous substances from this location and ten others within five miles can leak into the ground or water. These chemicals often stay in the soil for years. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about touching dirt or drinking unfiltered water to avoid getting sick from hidden poisons.
Action Required
Immediate action is required to protect your household and property. Residents should contact the Biscayne Bay Foundation or the Aurora Trust Foundation Corporation to learn about local environmental advocacy and cleanup initiatives. For housing concerns or relocation assistance due to environmental hazards, contact the NSC NACA Counseling Subsidiary in North Miami at 305-341-0791. Alternatively, the Urban League of Broward County provides housing support at 954-625-2501. These organizations offer resources for navigating the risks associated with living near the Associated Paint and Plastics site and other high-risk industrial zones in Hialeah.
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.