Medinah, Illinois
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Medinah, Illinois, currently faces a critical hazard score of 10.0 due to dangerous industrial pollution. The Carol Stream IL Residential HG Spill is the primary Superfund site located just 4.2 miles from your home. This active site contains hazardous substances that can travel through local soil and water sources. For your daily life, this means that common activities like gardening or playing in the yard could expose you to dangerous chemicals. You must stay away from any unknown waste or soil in the area.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their homes against local contaminants. Contact the Chicago Urban League at 773-285-1500 for guidance on healthy housing and environmental safety resources. You can also reach out to CEDA of Cook County Inc. at 312-288-8010 for assistance with home health inspections or mitigation programs. For community-led environmental advocacy, contact 350 Kishwaukee to stay informed on local cleanup efforts. These actions help ensure your family remains safe from the critical environmental hazards present in the Medinah area and the surrounding DuPage County region.
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.