Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The Adventist Academy Mercury Spill site creates a critical safety risk for families in the 70815 area. Because the hazard score is a 10.0, the danger from toxic substances is very high. These chemicals can get into the dirt and air around your home. For daily life, this means you must be careful about touching soil or breathing dust near industrial zones. These contaminants can hurt your health and development if you are exposed to them for long periods.
Action Required
Immediate action is required to mitigate the risks posed by local environmental hazards. Contact the Mid City Redevelopment Alliance at 225-346-1000 to discuss housing safety and community redevelopment resources. For specialized housing counseling and assistance navigating high-risk areas, call NSC (NACA Counseling Subsidiary) – Baton Rouge at 225-767-9224. Residents should also coordinate with the Capital Area Corporate Recycling Counsel to ensure hazardous household materials are disposed of properly, preventing further local contamination. Engaging these local agencies provides a factual framework for improving personal safety and securing healthier living conditions in Baton Rouge.
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.