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“One of the concerns is the local fire department didn’t know about it, the state commission didn’t know about it, the local planning commission didn’t know about it... The whole point of filing (chemical reports) is, in an emergency, first responders need to know what they are dealing with.” - Dale Armstrong, EPA spokesman regarding a plant explosion at Chemcentral in Kansas City. Chemcentral faces penalties of more than $400,000 for failing to notify emergency responders that an “extremely hazardous” chemical was on site before the February explosion
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New Ozone Standard - 05/01/08
2008 Pollen Season - 04/03/08
January is Radon Action Month - 01/09/2008
2007 Ragweed Season - 08/15/2007
Air Quality Awarness Week - 04/26/2007
RAPCA Earth Day Challege - 04/17/07
Radon Kits Available for Mercer County- 01/18/07
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Purchase a Battery-Powered Electric Mower for $289
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RAPCA Air Quality Forecasting Enhancement Request for Proposals
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U.S. EPA Strengthens Ozone Standard to Better Protect Public Health and Environment
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Radon in Schools - Jarod's Law was recently passed to improve safety in schools
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RAPCA Comments on Ohio EPA's Draft 24-Hour PM2.5 Designations
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RAPCA Comments on U.S EPA's Proposed Flexible Permit Rule
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RAPCA Comments on U.S. EPA's PM2.5 Increments Rule
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The primary purpose of the Regional Air Pollution Control Agency is to protect the citizens of the Miami Valley from the adverse health and welfare impacts of air pollution. This is accomplished through the enforcement of federal, state, and local air pollution control regulations, and through implementation of the state's industrial permit system. RAPCA personnel strive for technical credibility and accountability in all issues and actions.
