Worth, Illinois
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Worth, Illinois, faces a critical hazard level of 10.0. The 16TH & PEORIA EXCEPTION Superfund site is located 3.9 miles away. This site contains mercury, a dangerous heavy metal. Mercury can seep into the soil or turn into vapor in the air. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about touching local soil or eating fish from nearby water. Small amounts can cause health problems over time, especially for children and pets.
Action Required
You must take immediate steps to secure your environment. Contact the African Diaspora Foundation or the Blackfoot Conversation Foundation for environmental advocacy and soil testing information. For those in rental or low-income housing, reach out to the CHICAGO URBAN LEAGUE at 773-285-1500 or CEDA OF COOK COUNTY INC. at 312-288-8010 for assistance with healthy housing inspections and relocation resources. These organizations provide the necessary support to navigate critical hazard zones. Document all health symptoms and share your location details with these representatives to ensure priority service and safety monitoring.
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.