Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The Broward County–21st Manor Dump is a major threat to your neighborhood. This site is very close to you and contains dangerous chemicals called tetrachloroethylene, also known as PCE. These chemicals can seep into the soil and the water you use. Exposure can happen through your drinking water or the air you breathe at home. Because the hazard score is 10 out of 10, you must stay alert. These chemicals can cause long-term health problems if they enter your daily environment.
Action Required
You should contact Achee Inc or Blue Ocean Sailing Expeditions & Exploration Inc for information on local environmental advocacy and monitoring efforts in Fort Lauderdale. If you have concerns about how these environmental hazards affect your housing safety or property value, contact the Urban League of Broward County at 954-625-2501. They provide counseling and support for residents in high-risk areas. Additionally, you may contact the NSC NACA Counseling Subsidiary at 305-341-0791 for further guidance on housing stability and environmental justice resources available to those living near active Superfund sites.
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.