Downey, California
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Residents in the 90240 area face a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Alondra Chemicals Superfund site is only four miles away and contains dangerous hazardous substances. Because there are over fifty toxic sites within five miles, including a former NASA industrial plant nearby, your air, soil, and water could be affected. These contaminants can enter your body if you play outside or breathe dust, potentially leading to long-term health problems for you and your neighbors.
Action Required
Given the critical hazard rating, immediate engagement with environmental advocacy groups and housing authorities is necessary. Contact the 7 Seas Collective or the Art and Ecology Studio to learn about local soil testing programs and environmental advocacy in Downey. If you are concerned about how toxic proximity affects your property rights or housing safety, contact the Orange County Fair Housing Council, Inc. at 714-569-0823. Alternatively, reach out to NHS of Orange County dba NeighborWorks Orange County at 714-490-1250 for assistance with housing stability and health-related relocation resources. Document all health symptoms potentially linked to local industrial sites.
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.