Skokie, Illinois
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Skokie residents face a critical safety threat with a hazard score of 10.0. The AMBLESIDE RD & KEDVAL AVE IL HG SPILLS SITE is a major concern located only 2.8 miles away. This site contains mercury, a dangerous heavy metal. In your daily life, mercury can be invisible but very harmful if you breathe it in or touch it. It stays in the environment for a long time, making soil and old buildings potentially unsafe for children and pets.
Action Required
You must contact local organizations to verify the safety of your property. Reach out to the Chicago Urban League at 773-285-1500 to discuss environmental safety and housing rights. For those in regional housing programs, the Lake County Housing Authority can be reached at 847-223-1170 to request information on mercury testing for residential units. You should also support the efforts of All In Together Now to advocate for faster cleanup of the fourteen local sites. Taking these steps helps ensure your home remains a safe environment despite the high local hazard score.
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.