Las Vegas, Nevada
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Residents in the 89148 area face a critical environmental hazard score of 9.3 out of 10. The Catalina Graphic Films Mercury Release site is located only 4.9 miles away. Mercury is a dangerous heavy metal that can stay in the environment for a very long time. In daily life, this means you must be careful about local soil and dust. Exposure to this metal can harm your brain and nervous system, especially for young children and pets playing outdoors.
Action Required
Residents seeking assistance should contact the Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority at 702-477-3183 to discuss safe housing standards and environmental health concerns. For additional support, Nevada Partners, Inc. can be reached at 702-844-8000 for housing-related resources in the region. Community members can also engage with environmental nonprofits such as the Bernas Basa Foundation or the Bmg Cares Foundation to learn more about local advocacy efforts. Taking immediate action by contacting these organizations helps ensure your household is protected from the long-term effects of heavy metal exposure and local industrial contamination.
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.