San Pedro, California
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
San Pedro faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 due to its proximity to several industrial and military sites. The nearest major threat is the Alameda Street Landfill, an active Superfund site. Hazardous substances from this location and others, like the recent lithium-ion battery fire at Vincent Thomas Bridge, can impact your daily life. These chemicals may enter the air you breathe or the soil where you walk, potentially causing long-term health problems if you are exposed frequently.
Action Required
Residents must take proactive steps to address environmental safety and housing security. Contact the Blue Future Foundation or Burrows And Bees to learn about local conservation efforts and community testing programs. For those concerned about how environmental hazards affect their property rights or housing stability, reach out to the Orange County Fair Housing Council, Inc. at 714-569-0823. Alternatively, you can contact NHS of Orange County dba NeighborWorks Orange County at 714-490-1250 for assistance with housing counseling. Securing professional guidance is necessary to navigate the health and legal complexities of living near an active Superfund site.
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.