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Current Air Quality and Forecast Virginia DEQ

WebCurrent Air Quality and Forecast. DEQ monitors air pollution at many locations throughout the state. At high levels, ground level ozone and particle pollution may raise health

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URL: https://www.deq.virginia.gov/our-programs/air/monitoring-assessments/air-quality-forecast

Regulated Medical Waste Virginia DEQ

WebChanges to the Regulations. The Virginia Regulated Medical Waste Management Regulations (9VAC20-121) were recently amended, and the new regulations are …

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Pollution Data and Reporting Virginia DEQ

WebIf you observe a significant pollution incident that presents an imminent threat to human health or the environment, report the pollution incident to your local 911 and to the …

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Regulated Medical Waste Permits Virginia DEQ

WebAn emergency permit may be issued in the event the director finds an imminent and substantial endangerment to human health or the environment. The director may issue a …

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Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Virginia DEQ

WebPer- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances, or PFAS, are a class of persistent synthetic chemicals used worldwide in many consumer products, including shampoo, paints, fast food …

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Water Quality Virginia DEQ

WebWater quality, an important factor in healthy ecosystems, is at the center of DEQ’s efforts to protect and improve Virginia’s streams, rivers, bays, wetlands, and groundwater. DEQ …

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Air Quality Reports Virginia DEQ

WebAir Quality and Air Pollution Control Policies of the Commonwealth of Virginia Reports. Pursuant to § 10.1-1307 H of the Code of Virginia, DEQ prepares this report annually for …

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Indoor Air Quality Virginia DEQ

WebBy law, DEQ works to monitor, protect and improve our ambient (outdoor) air. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency provides general information about indoor air. The …

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Chapter 7.5 Public Health and Aquatic Life Concerns

Web296. CHAPTER 7.5. PUBLIC HEALTH and AQUATIC LIFE CONCERNS. DEQ continues to address the role toxicants play in reducing water quality in state waters and supports …

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CHAPTER 7.5 PUBLIC HEALTH and AQUATIC LIFE CONCERNS

WebCHAPTER 7.5 PUBLIC HEALTH and AQUATIC LIFE CONCERNS. DEQ continues to address the role toxicants play in reducing water quality in state waters and supports …

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Fish Tissue Monitoring Virginia DEQ

WebThe Virginia Department of Health established a level of concern of 0.30 parts per million (ppm) Kepone in edible fish filet samples, which has not been exceeded since 1996. In …

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Ground Water Virginia DEQ

WebVirginia Department of Health. The Virginia Department of Health (VDH)’s Office of Drinking Water ensures that all people in Virginia have access to an adequate …

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About Us Virginia DEQ

WebAbout Us. Responsible for administering laws and regulations related to air quality, water quality, water supply, renewable energy and land protection, DEQ is the environmental …

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Water Virginia DEQ

WebWater. DEQ is responsible for administering state laws and regulations to improve and protect Virginia's streams, rivers, bays, wetlands and ground water for aquatic life, …

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Water Quality Monitoring Virginia DEQ

WebThe water quality monitoring data will enable DEQ to evaluate physical, chemical, and aquatic life conditions over time at the identified project stream crossings. The agency’s …

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Biosolids Virginia DEQ

WebBiosolids Law and Regulation. DEQ regulates all land application of biosolids. The Virginia Department of Health continues to consult with DEQ and advise the public on health …

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Chesapeake Bay Monitoring Virginia DEQ

WebTo characterize the health of regional areas of the lower Chesapeake Bay as indicated by the structure of the benthic community. To conduct trend analyses on long‑term data, at …

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Air Quality Monitoring & Assessments Virginia DEQ

WebDEQ works with local, state and federal partners to monitor and evaluate air quality. DEQ maintains 36 monitoring sites located across the Commonwealth i n order to measure a …

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Process and Participation Virginia DEQ

WebInformation and procedures for conducting quantitative risk assessment and screening level risk comparisons for human health risk in environmental media: soil, groundwater, air, …

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Wastewater Virginia DEQ

WebDEQ recognizes that competent, well-trained operating staff at wastewater treatment facilities is a critical component in its efforts to protect Virginia's waters and improve the …

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Water Quality Standards Virginia DEQ

WebVirginia manages water quality of its streams, lakes, reservoirs and tidal waters though a continuing planning process managed by DEQ in cooperation with several state …

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Chesapeake Bay Virginia DEQ

WebDEQ is engaged in many activities to protect and restore the Chesapeake Bay, the largest estuary in the U.S. The Bay's 64,000 square-mile watershed extends into six adjoining …

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