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Weather Pattern Leads to Smog Concerns
Residents Asked to Help Protect Air Quality The high-pressure system over western Washington pushing temperatures into the 90s this week may also create unhealthful levels of air pollution. Stagnant weather and high temperatures bring rising air pollution levels, especially smog-producing ozone. Smog develops quickly as the sun bakes the ozone and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) [...]
EPA Sets Stronger National Air Quality Standard for Sulfur Dioxide
First new SO2 standard in 40 years will improve air quality for millions (National Association of Clean Air Agencies) WASHINGTON– The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is issuing a final new health standard for sulfur dioxide (SO2). This one-hour health standard will protect millions of Americans from short-term exposure to SO2, which is primarily emitted [...]
New Lead-based paint requirements for contractors
April 22, 2010 is the deadline for contractors who provide renovation, repair and painting services. A rule by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) mandates that all renovation and repair contractors working in pre-1978 homes, schools, and day care centers who disrupt more than six square feet of lead paint are required to become EPA Certified [...]
New Permit Applications Received
ORCAA regulations provide the public with an opportunity to comment on business applications for Notices of Construction (i.e. applications to operate). The public can express interest in an application during the noticing period and may request a public comment period. The list of current permit applications open for public comment can be found here.
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