Fontana, KS (66026) — Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 66026

Fontana, Kansas

Score: 4/10

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
4/10
Risk Level
Moderate
Primary Contaminant
Mercury (Heavy Metal)
Nearest Superfund Site
MERCURY-W 359 ST
Distance to Nearest
5.4 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
0
Sites Within 10 Miles
1
County
KS
NPL Status
Active

Threat Summary

Fontana, Kansas (ZIP 66026) residents: A Superfund site, MERCURY-W 359 ST, is 5.4 miles away. It contains mercury, a toxic heavy metal. Breathing air near the site, or children playing in contaminated soil, is very dangerous. Mercury can harm drinking water and garden produce if it spreads locally. Avoid direct contact with the site to protect yourself and your family. Stay cautious and informed.

Action Required

Fontana, Kansas (66026) residents can access valuable resources for environmental concerns. Badger Creek Corporation, Cans For The Community Incorporated, and Carroll Cave Conservancy Inc. are local nonprofits focused on environmental protection. For housing and urban development assistance, contact HUD directly at 1-800-569-4287. If your environmental concern is related to Superfund sites, call the EPA Superfund hotline at 1-800-424-8802. Take a concrete step today: visit the website or call one of these organizations to learn how they can assist you.

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.

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