Pompano Beach, Florida
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY The Pompano Beach area near ZIP 33065 has a critical hazard score of 10.0. The Chemical Packaging Superfund site is located only three miles away and contains mercury. Mercury is a poisonous heavy metal that can stay in the environment for a long time. In daily life, this means the air, soil, and water near your home could be unsafe. Breathing or touching mercury can damage your brain, kidneys, and lungs, making it very dangerous for everyone.
Action Required
SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED Contact the Urban League of Broward County at 954-625-2501 to discuss housing safety and community resources. For assistance with residential counseling regarding environmental health impacts, reach out to the NSC NACA Counseling Subsidiary at 305-341-0791. Local advocacy is also available through the Aurora Trust Foundation Corporation and the Biscayne Bay Foundation. These organizations help residents navigate the risks associated with living near active Superfund sites. It is vital to request recent soil and water testing data to confirm your property is not currently experiencing mercury migration from the Chemical Packaging facility.
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.