Wichita, Kansas
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Wichita (ZIP 67227) Safety Warning: The BIG RIVER SAND CO. Superfund site, 8.5 miles away, has Trichloroethylene (TCE). This chemical is harmful over time. Avoid breathing chemical odors near the site. Don't use well water for drinking or gardening from homes close by; TCE can contaminate it. Children are more sensitive; they must avoid contact. Stay updated on local health advice.
Action Required
Wichita residents of 67227, take action for our community! For environmental concerns, connect with: Arkansas River Coalition Incorporated, Botanica Inc, and Daughters Of Union Veterans Of The Civil War 1861-1865. For HUD-related housing needs, call 1-800-569-4287. If you suspect environmental contamination and need to report it, utilize the EPA Superfund hotline at 1-800-424-8802. Your next concrete step is to choose one organization or hotline and make a call this week to address an issue important to 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.