The residues from recycling were dumped and spilled onto the ground. In March 1983, there was a fire at the site, and a fireman was hospitalized after inhaling toxic fumes. Analyses conducted by EPA indicate that there is extensive contamination of on-site soils with lead, cadmium, and copper. A housing project and a playground are within 0.25 mile of the site.
Children often cross unsecured portions of the site.
The description may change as additional information is gathered on the sources and extent of contamination.