Florence, Alabama
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY Florence, Alabama faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 due to nearby toxic sites. The Florence County Landfill is the primary Superfund site located less than five miles away. This location contains mercury, a dangerous heavy metal. In daily life, this means the soil and water near these industrial zones could be contaminated. You should avoid playing in dirt near old factories or eating fish from local streams without checking safety alerts first to protect your health.
Action Required
SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment and seek professional guidance. Contact the Community Action Agency of Northwest Alabama, Inc. at 256-766-4330 to discuss housing safety and available resources for residents in high-risk zones. For environmental advocacy and updates on local water quality, connect with the Alabamas Mtns Rivers And Valleys Rsc Conservation And Dev Council. These organizations provide the necessary framework for community action and individual protection. Documentation of local soil or water testing should be shared with these agencies to ensure a coordinated response to the critical hazard level.
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.