Artesia, California
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Artesia faces a critical hazard level of 10.0 out of 10. The Alondra Chemicals Superfund site is a major concern nearby. Because the ground and water may contain unspecified hazardous substances, your daily life is affected. These chemicals can move through the soil or into the air you breathe. Living near nine high-risk sites means pollution from industrial accidents or leaks could enter your home. You must be careful about touching local soil or drinking water from private sources.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to address environmental and housing safety. Contact the Orange County Fair Housing Council at 714-569-0823 to discuss how local contamination affects your property rights and living conditions. You may also reach out to NHS of Orange County at 714-490-1250 for guidance on maintaining a safe home environment. For community-led environmental advocacy, support the Blue Future Foundation to push for faster cleanup of the Alondra Chemicals site. Local intervention is the most effective way to ensure federal agencies prioritize the 90701 area for remediation and public health 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.