Selah, Washington
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Selah faces a critical environmental hazard score of 8.9 out of 10. The primary threat is the FMC Yakima Superfund site located less than five miles away. This site contains hazardous substances that can move through the soil and water. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about touching local dirt or drinking untreated well water. These chemicals are invisible but can cause long-term health problems if they enter your body through breathing, eating, or skin contact.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their health and housing safety. Contact OIC of Washington at 509-765-9206 for assistance with local resources and community advocacy. If you have concerns regarding your living conditions or proximity to contaminated zones, reach out to Catholic Charities Housing Services in Yakima at 509-759-7924. Additionally, engage with the Central District of Washington State Federation of Garden Clubs to learn about soil safety and environmental preservation. Taking these actions ensures you have professional support to navigate the critical environmental challenges currently present in the Selah area.
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.