Clarksdale, Mississippi
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
ATTENTION CLARKSALE RESIDENTS: The Red Panther Chemical Company, about six miles away, is a Superfund cleanup site. This means it contains dangerous "hazardous substances" – chemicals that can harm people. If these chemicals get into the air, breathing them could make you sick. If they reach your drinking water, it might not be safe. Gardening in affected soil or using bad water could harm your plants and make food unsafe. Children are more vulnerable to these dangers. Stay informed about local health warnings.
Action Required
Clarksdale residents (38614), for environmental concerns, connect with: Camp Ground Water Association Inc. (Contact them directly for phone). Desoto County Master Gardeners Asso. (Contact them directly for phone). Hernando Civic Garden Club (Contact them directly for phone). For HUD-related housing assistance, call 1-800-569-4287. If you suspect environmental contamination and can't identify a local contact, utilize the EPA Superfund hotline at 1-800-424-8802. Concrete next step: Identify your specific environmental concern and research the mission of the listed organizations to find the best match for your needs.
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.