Shreveport, Louisiana
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Shreveport area 71154 has a critical hazard score of 9.6 out of 10. The AEP Fortson Transformer site is the nearest major threat. It contains Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons or PAHs. These chemicals often come from burning coal or oil. For your daily life, this means dust and soil near industrial zones could be dangerous. Avoid touching dirt or breathing dust near these areas. These toxins can stick to skin and clothes, potentially entering your home and hurting your health.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment and explore remediation assistance. Contact THE HIGHLAND CENTER CORPORATION in Shreveport at 318-673-8440 for housing counseling and support regarding local environmental impacts. Alternatively, the MULTI-CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT CENTER HOUSING COUNSELING AGENCY in Bossier City provides resources at 318-741-5941. For community advocacy, engage with the Bistineau Foundation to support local environmental health initiatives. Document any unusual health symptoms and share environmental reports with your primary care physician to ensure your medical records reflect potential industrial exposure. Verify all home filtration systems meet HEPA standards.
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.