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Health and Safety Plan - May 2001
Lindsay Light Sites, Chicago, Illinois
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Pesticide Program Dialogue Committee Meeting: May 31-June 1, 2023
We support tribal pesticide programs through cooperative agreements with individual tribal pesticide regulatory agencies. We work cooperatively with tribal governments on enforcing pesticide laws.
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La EPA anuncia $555 mil para proteger los cuerpos de agua contra desbordamientos en Puerto Rico
EPA anunció la disponibilidad de aproximadamente $80 millones a través del programa de subvenciones municipales para “Sewer Overflow and Stormwater Reuse”.
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Settlement Update
The United States proposed settlement with Norfolk Southern was lodged by the Department of Justice for the East Palestine Train Derailment.
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Is our East Palestine City Park safe for activities?
Yes. Results show that levels of dioxin and semi-volatile organic compounds are well below any levels that we would consider restricting activities, and all are either at or below typical background levels for soil in the United States. In addition, the village has cleaned all recreational equipment, including the pool…
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Newsletter: East Palestine Train Derailment Response, 4-25-2023
April 25 newsletter in html for East Palestine Train Derailment Response
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Should I get tested?
We have heard residents’ concerns about potential exposure to vinyl chloride. EPA air monitoring data results show vinyl chloride below levels of health concerns. Available biological tests do not accurately assess exposure to vinyl chloride at levels present from this incident.
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If I get a urine test, what does that indicate?
If I get a urine test, what does that indicate? Urine tests show the level of thiodiglycolic acid–a break-down product of vinyl chloride. A complete lab report will show your thiodiglyocolic acid results compared to the normal range commonly found in people in the United States. But this test does…
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What else can cause urine to test positive for thiodiglycolic acid?
Thiodiglycolic acid is commonly found in general populations who have not been exposed to vinyl chloride. Some sources can include: Certain foods including raw onions, meat, poultry, and seafood. Some medications, including Zyrtec, and vitamins. Alcoholic beverages. Smoke including from wood fireplaces, cooking, and cigarettes. Some household products including paints…
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Can I grow a garden at home or plant crops?
Yes. You can continue to use your land as you normally would. Residential soil sampling results are within typical ranges for the area. Follow normal measures like peeling root vegetables and washing leafy greens.
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Can I use the East Palestine City Park?
Yes. Results show that levels of dioxin and semi-volatile organic compounds are well below any levels that we would consider restricting activities, and all are either at or below typical background levels for soil in the United States. In addition, the village has cleaned all recreational equipment, including the pool…
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Can I use other recreational areas in Ohio and Pennsylvania?
Yes. Samples collected on impacted properties and local background locations have shown no results of concern on recreational, commercial, and agricultural properties. Some elevated levels have been detected on the public right-of-way (next to roads and highways) and may be assessed further.
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Newsletter: East Palestine Train Derailment Response, 4-4-2024
Newsletter April 4 2024 for East Palestine Train Derailment Response
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Newsletter: East Palestine Train Derailment Response, 6-6-2023
Newsletter May 16 for East Palestien Train Derailment Response
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Newsletter: East Palestine Train Derailment Response, 5-9-2023
Newsletter May 9 for East Palestien Train Derailment Response
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Newsletter: East Palestine Train Derailment Response, 5-30-2023
Newsletter May 16 for East Palestien Train Derailment Response
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Newsletter: East Palestine Train Derailment Response, 4-4-2023
April 4 newsletter in html for East Palestine Train Derailment Response
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Newsletter: East Palestine Train Derailment Response, 6-27-2023
Newsletter May 16 for East Palestien Train Derailment Response
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What are the terms used to describe the length of exposure to substances?
Acute exposure is any contact with a substance that occurs once or for up to 14 days. Intermediate exposure is contact occurring for more than 14 days but less than one year. Chronic exposure is contact occurring for longer than one year.
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What else can cause urine to test positive for thiodiglycolic acid?
Thiodiglycolic acid is commonly found in general populations who have not been exposed to vinyl chloride. Some sources can include: Certain foods including raw onions, meat, poultry, and seafood. Some medications, including Zyrtec, and vitamins. Alcoholic beverages. Smoke, including from wood fireplaces, cooking, and cigarettes. Some household products including paints…