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Celebrate SepticSmart Week by doing routine maintenance and identifying harmful products before they go down the drain

• 9/17/2024 12:40:00 PM
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Fall is a great time for one in four Iowans to take a few simple steps to protect their pocket books, their septic systems and Iowa’s waters.

New groundwater hazard statement rule now in effect

• 2/16/2023 12:50:00 PM
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Changes to the groundwater hazard statement are now in effect. 

Groundwater Hazard Documentation rule changes effective Feb. 15

• 1/19/2023 2:29:00 PM
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If you are in an industry using the groundwater hazard statement, circle Feb. 15 on your calendar. The statement will be changing on that date.

DNR issues Emergency Order to C6-Zero after explosion

• 12/16/2022 12:58:00 PM
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The Iowa Department of Natural Resources on Friday issued an Emergency Order to C6-Zero Iowa LLC following an explosion and fire on December 8, 2022. 

Public Comment Opportunity for Proposed Air Quality Rule Changes

• 11/1/2022 3:19:00 PM
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The Environmental Protection Commission recently approved a proposed air quality rulemaking for formal public comment.

Heavy boat traffic expected for Labor Day Weekend

• 8/30/2022 1:48:00 PM
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Boaters heading out for the Labor Day holiday will likely find busy waterways across the state.

DNR offers safety tips for paddlers on the Raccoon River

• 7/5/2022 1:24:00 PM
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Bridge construction on I-80 over the Raccoon River is creating dangerous conditions for paddlers. Warning signs are posted at some of the river accesses.

EPA adds 1-bromopropane (1-BP) to the Clean Air Act List of Hazardous Air Pollutants

• 1/25/2022 4:25:00 PM
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On January 5, 2022, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) published a final rule to add 1-bromopropane (1-BP) to the Clean Air Act (CAA) list of hazardous air pollutants (HAP).

Air Toxics Update: New Requirements for Paper and Other Web Coating

• 11/24/2020 9:13:00 AM
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EPA recently updated several federal regulations for hazardous air pollutants (also known as HAP or air toxics). EPA’s actions address the Risk and Technology Review (RTR) required under the U.S. Clean Air Act.

Air Toxics Update: Combustion Turbines and Engine Test Cells

• 6/30/2020 2:58:00 PM
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EPA recently updated several federal regulations for hazardous air pollutants (also known as HAP or air toxics). EPA’s actions address the Risk and Technology Review (RTR) required under the U.S. Clean Air Act.

Air Toxics: EPA Updates Several Regulations

• 4/30/2020 9:21:00 AM
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EPA recently updated several federal regulations for hazardous air pollutants (also known as HAP or air toxics).

Boaters warned to avoid the hydroelectric dam on the Des Moines River

• 3/26/2019 1:06:00 PM
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Fort Dodge - The Fort Dodge Hydroelectric Dam, formerly a 16-feet high dam, has been partially removed to about five feet high.

Don't trash these 8 things

• 8/15/2018 2:27:00 PM
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Each year, almost 3 million tons of trash end up in Iowa landfills, and of that, nearly 70 percent of the state’s landfilled municipal solid waste could have been diverted from the landfill through reuse, recycling and compost – or by not creating the waste at all. Help keep items out of landfills by following these easy tips!

Paddlers warned to avoid bridge construction area on Raccoon River until debris has been removed

• 5/22/2018 11:42:00 AM
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Booneville, Iowa - Bridge construction that began last year over the Raccoon River in Dallas County is creating a hazard for paddlers.

Applications due March 22 for Household Hazardous Materials Education and Awareness grants

• 3/9/2017 1:24:00 PM
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DES MOINES — Iowans seeking to raise awareness about household hazardous materials can receive up to $5,000 to help educate others on these items’ proper disposal and use.

Spring Cleaning? Here's Where to Take Your Stuff

• 5/18/2016 3:27:00 PM
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Shake off those winter doldrums and rejuvenate the home with a good spring cleaning. But don’t dull the shine of your good deed by improperly disposing of cleaners or unwanted items that could be reused around the house or community.

Create a Cleaner, Safer House with DIY Cleaners

• 7/17/2015 5:59:00 AM
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Sure, that spray cleaner can cut through grease and grime quickly. But did you know it might be a household hazardous material? Household hazardous materials (HHMs) are found in nearly every home, under sinks, and in closets, basements and garages. They may make chores easier, but they could also pose a threat to your family’s health, safety and the environment if used or disposed improperly.