Sunshine, Louisiana
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Sunshine, Louisiana, faces a critical hazard rating of 10.0 due to extreme industrial pollution. The Coastal Radiation Services Superfund site sits just 4.3 miles away. This facility contains hazardous substances that can contaminate the air you breathe and the water you use. Because this site is on the National Priorities List, the government considers it a high-risk area. Living near these toxins means you must stay alert about local environmental changes to protect your family’s health and safety every day.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment and advocate for local safety. Contact the Atchafalaya Basinkeeper Inc or the Amite River Preservation Association to join community monitoring efforts and receive updates on industrial runoff affecting local waterways. For those needing assistance with housing safety or relocation resources due to environmental concerns, contact the Mid City Redevelopment Alliance in Baton Rouge at 225-346-1000. Alternatively, reach out to NSC (NACA Counseling Subsidiary) at 225-767-9224 for specialized housing guidance. Documenting all health symptoms and reporting unusual industrial odors to state regulators is necessary for community protection.
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.