Lihue, Hawaii
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Lihue faces a high environmental hazard score of 7.7 out of 10. The Kilauea Pesticides Superfund site is located just over four miles away. This site contains unspecified hazardous substances that can move through the soil and water. For your daily life, this means you should be careful about where you play or garden. Contaminants can sometimes enter the air or groundwater, potentially affecting the safety of the local environment and the food grown in the nearby soil.
Action Required
Residents seeking assistance with housing safety or environmental concerns should contact local support organizations immediately. The Legal Aid Society of Hawaii Lihue Branch provides guidance on tenant rights and environmental disclosures at 808-245-4728. Additionally, the Akaka Foundation For Tropical Forest offers resources regarding local ecosystem health and land preservation. You should request a copy of the latest environmental impact report for the 96766 area to understand how these hazardous sites affect your specific property value and safety. Engaging with these local resources ensures you receive current data on cleanup progress and legal protections in Kauai.
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.