Ocheyedan, Iowa
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
**Important Safety Warning for Ocheyedan, Iowa:** A cleanup site, the Sibley Train Derailment, is about 6.5 miles away. It contains "hazardous substances" – chemicals that can be harmful. For your daily life: * **Breathing:** If you smell unusual odors from that direction, consider staying indoors. * **Water:** Ocheyedan's drinking water is tested. Check local reports. If you have well water, testing is recommended. * **Gardening:** Always wash garden produce thoroughly. * **Children:** Keep children away from the Sibley Train Derailment cleanup area itself.
Action Required
Ocheyedan residents (51354), take action for your community! For environmental concerns and conservation efforts, connect with: Conservation Foundation Of Dickinson County (Environmental) Dickinson County Community Gardens (Environmental) Friends Of Clay County Conservation Foundation Inc (Environmental) For HUD-related housing inquiries, call HUD directly at 1-800-569-4287. Your concrete next step: Choose one organization or HUD to contact this week and make a call or send an email to learn how you can get involved or find assistance.
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.