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Documents, Reports and Photographs for Aerojet Rocketdyne Incorporated, in Rhoadesville Virginia
RCRA Corrective Action Aerojet Rocketdyne Incorporated, in Rhoadesville Virginia, Documents and Reports
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Where can residents get the most accurate and up-to-date information on the East Avenue Study Area?
This www.epa.gov/EastAveStudyArea website has the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding EPA’s investigations in the Erie community. For up-to-date information regarding the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection investigation at the former coke facility, please visit the Erie Coke Corporation Investigation website.
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EPA Guidance on the Area Designations for the 2012 Particle Pollution NAAQS
States and tribes should refer to the following guidance for area designations for the 2012 Particle Pollution NAAQS when preparing their recommendations on area designations.
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How can residents communicate with EPA about activities happening in the East Avenue Study Area?
This EPA website (www.epa.gov/EastAveStudyArea) is dedicated to the investigations in the Erie community. We encourage you to use the site and submit any questions you might have through the form that appears on the website. We also welcome any feedback you might have on the webpage.
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More information on Ecosystem Services and EnviroAtlas
Describes different ecosystem services classification systems and the importance of valuation.
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Identifying Cost-effective Locations for Manure Management Incentives
This use case explores one solution for minimizing the negative impacts of excess manure application in the Chesapeake Bay.
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Fact Sheet: EnviroAtlas & Brownfields
This fact sheet highlighting EnviroAtlas resources that can support brownfield redevelopment and revitalization for those managing and seeking U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Brownfields grant funding.
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What are the health risks for people who have lived in this area for many years?
EPA does not have information on what community members could have been exposed to during the coke facility’s operational years. EPA’s current investigation focuses on contaminants that may still remain in the community that could cause future impacts. If you have health concerns or questions, please contact your primary care…
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Quick Start Guide
1 page Quick Start Guide provides helpful tips for getting started with the EnviroAtlas Interactive Map.
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Connecting Ecosystems and Human Health
Educational lesson plan using EPA's Eco-Health Relationship Browser
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Was the community surrounding Erie Coke affected by historic site operations?
EPA is currently investigating whether the former Erie Coke facility impacted the surrounding community. This East Avenue Study Area website will be updated throughout the process to provide up-to-date information. Sampling results from individual homes will not be provided on this website due to privacy. All personal information will be…
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Will EPA do any testing or risk evaluations related to pets?
EPA does not have any screening levels to assess for risk to pets related to environmental contaminants. It is recommended to contact your veterinarian for specific information regarding your pet’s health.
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Is it safe for children to play outside in residential yards?
EPA will need to conduct residential soil samples in order to know more information about the current condition of yards. Please refer to the EPA Growing Gardens in Urban Soils Guide (PDF) for more general information about safety with soil activities.
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Can Erie residents be exposed to contamination if we grow and eat vegetables from residential gardens?
EPA will not know if there is contamination in residential yards until the soil samples are validated. Please keep in mind, current research recommends hand washing after play or contact with urban soils where concentrations of contaminants may be higher than soils in rural areas. In addition, all fruits and…
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How to Get Certified as a Pesticide Applicator
Learn about federal requirements for any person who applies or supervises the use of restricted use pesticides (RUPs) to be certified in accordance with EPA regulations and how to comply.
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How do we know our drinking water has not been affected during Erie Coke’s operation?
Residents in the community are provided drinking water through public water that is routinely tested according to the Safe Drinking Water Act.
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FIFRA Section 18 Emergency Exemption Program Information and Training Resource
Section 18 online training
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Human Health Issues Related to Pesticides
This web page discusses the potential health effects from pesticides.
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Sulfoxaflor - Final Cancellation Order
EPA issued a final cancellation order for all previously registered Sulfoxaflor products.
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Why is it difficult to establish a link between cancers and other illnesses to environmental exposures?
The complex nature of cancer makes it inherently challenging to identify, interpret, and address cancer clusters. Cancer is a term describing different diseases that share a similar characteristic: uncontrollable cell growth and division. As a group, cancers are very common. Cancers are the second leading cause of death in the…