Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Tuscaloosa faces a critical hazard score of 10.0 due to high concentrations of toxic materials near residential areas. The Andrew Knit site is a major concern because it contains mercury, which is a dangerous heavy metal. Mercury does not disappear easily and can move through the air, water, and soil. In daily life, this means you must be careful about where you play or grow food. Exposure to these toxins can hurt your brain and body.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment and advocate for local cleanup. Contact Friends of Hurricane Creek Inc to join local environmental monitoring efforts and receive updates on water safety in the Tuscaloosa area. For those concerned about the safety of their housing or who require assistance with environmental relocation, contact the City of Tuscaloosa Office of Community and Neighborhood Services at 205-248-5080. Additionally, Community Service Programs of West Alabama, Inc. can be reached at 205-469-0397 for support services. Active participation in community health forums is necessary to ensure long-term site remediation.
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.