Jonancy, Kentucky
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Jonancy faces a critical hazard score of 8.4 out of 10. The nearby Flomin Coal Inc. Spill is a serious concern because it is located only 2.1 miles away. While the exact chemicals are not fully listed, these hazardous substances can pollute the local soil and water. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about where you play outside or grow food. Pollutants often move through the ground and can affect your health over time.
Action Required
Immediate action is necessary due to the critical hazard level. Contact the Pike County Clean Community Board Inc to learn about local environmental cleanup initiatives and soil safety. If your living conditions have been impacted by environmental hazards, seek legal or housing assistance. Contact the Appalachian Research and Defense Fund of Kentucky in Prestonsburg at 866-277-5733 for legal guidance regarding environmental safety. You may also contact the Housing Authority of Mingo County at 304-475-4663 for information on safe housing options. Document any unusual health symptoms or water discoloration to provide to these local agencies.
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.