Kekaha, Hawaii
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
The Kekaha Sugar Co Ltd site creates a high safety risk for people living in Kekaha. This area has a hazard score of 10.0 because of dangerous chemicals found very close to homes. These unspecified hazardous substances can stay in the dirt and water. For your daily life, this means you must be careful when playing outside or growing food in your yard. Breathing in dust or touching contaminated soil can hurt your health over a long period.
Action Required
Residents should contact local organizations to address environmental concerns and housing rights. Reach out to the Akaka Foundation For Tropical For or A Little Green for information on local land restoration and safety. For legal assistance regarding property safety or housing displacement due to contamination, contact the LEGAL AID SOCIETY OF HAWAII – Lihue Branch at 808-245-4728. Staying informed through these local resources is the most effective way to protect your family and navigate the challenges of living near an active Superfund site. Prompt action ensures your legal and health interests are represented.
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.