EPA Superfund sites

EPA Superfund sites are polluted locations in the United States that require long-term cleanup efforts due to hazardous waste contamination. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) identifies these sites based on their risk to human health and the environment. Once designated as Superfund sites, they become eligible for federal funding to address the contamination, which may involve removing toxic substances, monitoring the environment, and ensuring public safety. The goal is to restore affected areas to a safe and healthy condition for communities and ecosystems.