U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 6

We’re looking for a strong leader to advance in our Environmental Justice, Community Engagement, and Environmental Review Division in Dallas. Learn more and apply by September 20 at https://www.usajobs.gov/job/808247800.

Indoor air quality can be impacted by many conditions that commonly occur following a hurricane. Please be aware of these hazards if your home, school, or business sustains damage from Hurricane . As always, please heed instructions from local authorities.

EPA Urges Those Affected by Hurricane Francine to Avoid Indoor Air Dangers, Use Generators Safely | US EPA The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reminds communities affected by Hurricane Francine to be aware of potential safety concerns in homes and other buildings.

Bão và các thảm họa thiên nhiên khác có thể khiến bạn mất điện. Không bao giờ sử dụng máy phát điện di động trong nhà hoặc gara của bạn. Khí thải của máy phát điện có chứa carbon monoxide chết người. Luôn sử dụng máy phát điện cách nhà, cửa sổ và lỗ thông hơi ít nhất 20 feet. Tìm hiểu thêm: https://www.epa.gov/lep/mat-dien-va-chat-luong-khong-khi-trong-nha-iaq-indoor-air-quality

Nunca use un generador portátil adentro de su hogar o garage. El escape del generador tiene monóxido de carbono que es mortal. Siempre use los generadores a una distancia de 20 pies de su hogar, ventanas o aperturas. Aprenda más: https://espanol.epa.gov/cai/los-apagones-y-calidad-del-aire-interior-iaq

Never use a portable generator inside your home or garage. Generator exhaust has deadly carbon monoxide. Always use the generators at least at 20 feet away from your home, windows and vents. Learn more: https://www.epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-iaq/power-outages-and-indoor-air-quality-iaq

Take steps now to be ready before, during, and after Hurricane .

EPA Tips to Prepare for Hurricane Francine | US EPA The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reminds residents of Louisiana to take steps now to be ready before, during, and after Hurricane Francine.

⚠️Hurricane will bring flash flooding and strong winds. Be safe when you shelter in place:

🏡 Follow directions from local officials
🚧 Do not walk or drive through floodwaters
🏠 If your building floods, move to a higher floor but do not enter a closed attic

podría dejar a los residentes sin electricidad mientras coge fuerza. Nunca utilice un generador portátil dentro de su hogar o garaje. Aprenda cómo operar un generador de manera segura durante un evento climático con esta guía de la EPA.

approaches landfall and could possibly become a category 2 hurricane. Prepare yourself if conditions worsen with these tips from EPA.

may leave residents without power as it gains strength. Never use a portable generator inside your home or garage. Learn how to operate a generator safely during any weather event with this EPA guide.

Heavy rain from may cause flooding. Make sure it’s safe to return to your home after a flood. Here are some tips that will help you to return home safely: http://epa.gov/flooded-homes.

The National Ocean Service is monitoring water levels and winds for Potential Tropical Cyclone Six, forecast to reach the northwestern Gulf Coast by the middle of the week. View real-time water level and meteorological data:
https://tidesandcurrents.noaa.gov/inundationdb/cidstorm.html?stormname=Six.

It's . Are you inspired to help the nation prepare for environmental emergencies? Then think about joining EPA's Emergency Response Team, where you'll work to prevent & respond to oil spills, chemical releases & natural disasters.

EPA Careers: Superfund Emergency Response and Removal Program NOTE: If you need captions, please click the CC button on the player to turn them on.EPA responds to oil spills, chemical, biological, radiological, and nucl...

We’re proposing to reauthorize a commercial PCB storage facility, Safety-Kleen, Inc., in Denton, Texas, to continue to store PCB waste. Our public comment period is open. Learn about the facility and how to comment on our proposal at https://www.epa.gov/pcbs/epa-region-6-polychlorinated-biphenyls.

EPA Region 6 Polychlorinated Biphenyls | US EPA EPA Regional implementations and regulations for the processing, distribution, use, cleanup, storage and disposal of PCBs under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA).

Join representatives from the US and Mexico on September 10-11 at the National Coordinators Meeting. We're celebrating 40 years of the La Paz Agreement and will discuss future program priorities. Attend (in-person or virtually)!
Register to attend in-person in Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe9rlsisJtiv0281Mau4TRcWkaFVIrdLGEPC6b7m1sPLoYL6w/viewform
Register to attend virtually: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_b8CwTrIvQnuqdVWyv7TL9A #/registration

Join us Wednesday, Sept. 11, at 5:30 pm MT for a virtual “early engagement” community meeting for the Doña Ana County Utilities wastewater discharge (NPDES) permit in Las Cruces, NM. Join via ZoomGov at https://usepa.zoomgov.com/j/1609577703, meeting ID: 160 957 7703 or dial in: 1-669-254-5252.

When smoke is in the air, learn what you can do at the updated AirNow Fire and Smoke Map, created with U.S. Forest Service.
Not ready to make the switch? The older version will be available through western fire season. Just click the gear icon and follow the link: fire.airnow.gov.

Looking for guidance on the Narrative/Ranking Criteria portion of your grant application? Check out our upcoming webinars on September 19 and September 24! Details at https://www.epa.gov/brownfields/marc-grant-application-resources %20Solicitations.

Multipurpose, Assessment, RLF, and Cleanup (MARC) Grant Application Resources | US EPA This page contains Multipurpose, Assessment, RLF, and Cleanup (MARC) Grant Application Resources.

The FY25 Assessment, Revolving Loan Fund, and Cleanup Grant Guidelines are now available on www.grants.gov and on our webpage, www.epa.gov/brownfields/marc-grant-application-resources. The application submission deadline is November 14, 2024.

We’ve issued the first draft EPA permits in Texas for Class VI wells under the Safe Drinking Water Act Underground Injection Control program, which establishes requirements to protect underground sources of drinking water from contamination.

Learn more about the permits, how to participate in a public hearing, and how to comment at https://www.epa.gov/tx/uic-class-vi-permit-intent-issue-oxy-low-carbon-ventures-llc.

UIC Class VI Permit Intent to Issue - Oxy Low Carbon Ventures, LLC | US EPA UIC Class VI Permit Intent to Issue - Oxy Low Carbon Ventures, LLC

Join us September 17 for a public informational meeting on current and future cleanup activities at the Jones Road Ground Water Plume site in Houston. More about the site at https://www.epa.gov/superfund/jones-road.

September is 🌀
Preparing for natural disasters can greatly reduce risks to your health and the environment. The first step is to make a plan. 📝
⚠️ Your family may not be together if a disaster strikes, so it is important to know which types of disasters could affect your area.
📵 Know how you’ll contact one another and reconnect if separated.
📍 Establish a family meeting place that’s familiar and easy to find.
Learn more about making a plan ⬇️
https://spgv.io/6185Zc

The Quapaw Nation - OGahPah is integral to the cleanup at the Tar Creek site in Oklahoma. Many thanks to KGOU - Your NPR Source for this reporting!

Hope in sight for Oklahoma Superfund site thanks to efforts by Quapaw Nation The ghost town of Picher is known for its dark and disheartening history. But the Quapaw Nation is actively working to change that narrative.

Join us TOMORROW at 5:30 pm MT for an early engagement virtual meeting for the Gadsden Independent School District NPDES Permit. Join at https://usepa.zoomgov.com/j/1607832621, meeting ID: 160 783 2621, or dial in at 1-669-254-5252, meeting ID: 160 783 2621.

We’re providing access to funds to reduce lead in drinking water in schools in Texas. More than $2.1 million available to Texas to provide assistance for lead testing and remediation in drinking water at schools and child care facilities.

Biden-Harris Administration Announces $2,123,000 in Grants to Protect Children from Lead in Drinking Water at Schools and Childcare Facilities in Texas | US EPA The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced $2,123,000 in funding for Texas to protect children from lead in drinking water at schools and childcare facilities.

Who loves a bike ride? Families in benefiting from our Community Change Grant programs, that’s who!

Just one of the key benefits expected from our grant is improved transportation access by providing up to 300 families with e-bikes, as demonstrated by Rep. Troy A Carter and our Regional Administrator Earthea Nance.

The Dillard University project's objective is to reduce pollution and strengthen community resilience to natural disasters. Learn more about the grant at https://www.epa.gov/inflation-reduction-act/community-change-grants-selections.

Regional Administrator Nance: “New Orleans, more than any other city, knows the importance of climate resilience. Projects funded through Climate Pollution Reduction and Community Change grant programs will not only strengthen infrastructure to build resilience, but will also cut greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change.” , Dillard University, United Way of Southeast Louisiana

EPA Announces About $70 Million in Grant Funding for Dillard University and the City of New Orleans | US EPA The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced $19,944,576 in community grant funding for Dillard University and their partner United Way of Southeast Louisiana.

☀️Sun Safety Tip of the Day☀️

🔗For more tips: https://epa.gov/sunsafety