Chelsea, AL (35043) — Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 35043

Chelsea, Alabama

Score: 4/10

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
4/10
Risk Level
Moderate
Primary Contaminant
Mercury (Heavy Metal)
Nearest Superfund Site
INVERNESS LANDING MERCURY SPILL
Distance to Nearest
8.2 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
0
Sites Within 10 Miles
1
County
AL
NPL Status
Active

Threat Summary

Chelsea residents, be aware of the INVERNESS LANDING MERCURY SPILL site, 8.2 miles away. This clean-up involves mercury, a harmful metal. If mercury reaches your area, it can make breathing unsafe and contaminate water, affecting drinking and fish. Gardening in affected soil can make your vegetables unsafe. Children are very sensitive to mercury, which can harm their growing bodies. Stay informed and avoid the spill area to protect your family's health and safety.

Action Required

Chelsea, AL (35043) Residents Action Plan: For environmental concerns and conservation, connect with local nonprofits: Aeonia Preserve Inc and Cullman County Master Gardners Association Inc. While Cullman Pals Inc is listed as environmental, direct contact details are needed for specific support. For HUD-related housing assistance, call HUD directly at 1-800-569-4287. If you have urgent environmental concerns not addressed by the above, utilize the EPA Superfund hotline at 1-800-424-8802. Next Step: Identify your specific environmental or housing concern and contact the relevant resource listed above.

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.

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