Lead is a serious issue here and in most major cities. There was lead found all over New Orleans, including uptown. Danneel Park on St. Charles had to be remediated.
The issue is lingering from when cars used leaded gasoline. The fumes from the car were released into the air and settled on the ground, sides of buildings, etc. This then washed into the soil and leaves us contaminated today. Major intersections are the worst areas, as are those areas close to highways. Lead paint continues to be a problem in older homes.
Here's an article about abatement & fundraising:
http://www.bestofneworleans.com/gambit/heavy-metal/Content?oid=1255562
And here is the New Orleans lead map:
http://www.wdsu.com/news/26823837/detail.html#maps
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