Learn the Issues

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  • How does asthma affect Tribal communities?

    Asthma is a serious, sometimes life-threatening respiratory disease that affects the quality of life for millions of Americans. Managing triggers is especially important for Tribal communities who are disproportionately affected by asthma. A recent report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that asthma affects almost 12 percent…

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  • Where can I find Tribal IAQ resources and materials?

    While there are indoor air quality, or IAQ, resources throughout the Internet, EPA's Tribal IAQ Web portal contains information specific to tribal communities and brings together leaders to share their knowledge, resources and materials. Throughout the Tribal IAQ Web portal, resources and materials specific to each issue area, such as…

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  • What do I do if I suspect that combustion appliances are affecting my health?

    If you suspect you are being subjected to carbon monoxide poisoning get fresh air immediately. Open windows and doors for more ventilation, turn off any combustion appliances, and leave the house. You could lose consciousness and die from carbon monoxide poisoning if you do nothing. It is also important to…

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  • What is the average level of carbon monoxide in homes?

    Levels in Homes Average levels in homes without gas stoves vary from 0.5 to 5 parts per million (ppm). Levels near properly adjusted gas stoves are often 5 to 15 ppm and those near poorly adjusted stoves may be 30 ppm or higher. Steps to Reduce Exposure to Carbon Monoxide…

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  • What is carbon monoxide?

    Definition Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, practically odorless, and tasteless gas or liquid. It results from incomplete oxidation of carbon in combustion. Burns with a violet flame. Slightly soluble in water; soluble in alcohol and benzene. Specific gravity 0.96716; boiling point -190 oC; solidification point -207 oC; specific volume…

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  • How can I get the BASE data?

    To obtain the BASE data on CD-ROM, please read, fill out and sign the Notification Prior to Use of Data form - Building Assessment Survey and Evaluation Study - Notification Prior to Use of Data Form (PDF) (2 pp, 20 K) and fax, email or mail it to: US EPA/Indoor…

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  • How has the BASE study data been used?

    Indoor Air Toxics Input Determination of typical indoor pollutants and concentrations Information on indoor sources Information on indoor pollutant levels Mold and other Biologicals Information on common indoor and outdoor species of fungi and bacteria Comparison of bioaerosol testing methodologies Information on conditions for growth Analysis of associations of fungal…

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  • What will the BASE data tell me about my particular building?

    The BASE study was not designed to give specific information on any individual building or to produce the type of diagnostic data needed to evaluate the nature, validity, or cause of IAQ complaints. See also associated question, What is the Building Assessment Survey and Evaluation Study (BASE) at: www.epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-iaq/what-building-assessment-survey-and-evaluation-study-base. For…

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  • Who might use the data and findings from the BASE study?

    Scientists Researchers Building Owners, Managers and Operators IAQ Professionals Policy makers Environmental consultants Others interested in IAQ to further understand IAQ in office buildings. For more detailed information on the BASE study www.epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-iaq/building-assessment-survey-and-evaluation-study .

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  • What is the Building Assessment Survey and Evaluation Study (BASE)?

    The Building Assessment Survey and Evaluation Study (BASE) is a cross-sectional study of randomly selected public and commercial office buildings from across the U.S. The BASE study used a standardized protocol to collect extensive indoor air quality data from one hundred randomly selected public and commercial office buildings in ten…

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  • Public Health Resources

    EPTD Public Health Resources

  • Water Sampling Data

    Water monitoring data related to the East Palestine, Ohio train derailment.

  • Soil and Sediment Data

    hub for soil sediment sampling at east palestine

  • Climate Change: Resilience and Adaptation in New England (RAINE)

    This database catalogs vulnerability, resilience and adaptation reports, plans and webpages at the state, regional and community level. It provides links, maps and reports for basic and advanced searches. It includes a comment box for more information.

  • Hazardous Ranking Score (HRS) Ongoing Site List

    Ongoing list of Hazardous Ranking Score (HRS) sites with details on their past and current status.

  • Celebrating Success: EPA Region 3 Greener Cleanup and Sustainable Reuse Award Winner: Aberdeen Proving Ground Federal Facility Superfund Site

    Greener Cleanup practices were implemented as part of a successful Time-Critical Removal Action (TCRA) completed at the APG Former NIKE Missile Site which has resulted in a reduced environmental footprint, accelerated site closure, and a cost savings.

  • Title V Permitting Program Evaluations for Mississippi

    EPA Title V and New Source Review program evaluation conducted on the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality

  • Abandoned Mine Lands: Related Links

    Cleanup programs related to mine site cleanup at EPA, other federal partners, state level, and carried out by tribal governments.

  • Site Adaptation Profile: Rocky Mountain Arsenal

    Superfund site resilience profile for Rocky Mountain Arsenal in Commerce City, Colorado.

  • Lead at Superfund Sites: United States Geological Survey (USGS) Background Soil-Lead Survey

    Learn about the USGS background soil-lead survey and lead levels in your state.

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