Munster, Indiana
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY Munster residents face a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The nearby Cosden Oil & Chemical Company is an active Superfund site containing dangerous petroleum hydrocarbons. These chemicals can leak into the ground and water you use every day. Living near eighteen hazardous sites within five miles increases your risk of breathing in or touching toxic materials. You must be careful about local soil and water quality to keep your family safe from these invisible industrial leftovers.
Action Required
SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED Immediate action is necessary to address housing safety and environmental advocacy. Residents should contact the Chicago Urban League at 773-285-1500 for housing counseling and assistance regarding environmental health risks. For community-level advocacy and information on local ecological restoration, contact the Association For The Wolf Lake Initiative. You may also reach out to CEDA of Cook County Inc. at 312-288-8010 to inquire about lead mitigation and energy assistance programs. These organizations provide the necessary resources to navigate the critical 10.0 hazard rating in the Munster area.
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.