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EPA AIR SENSOR PROJECT UPDATE: That November spike was epic, but we spent December in the ‘green’ zone
Read more: EPA AIR SENSOR PROJECT UPDATE: That November spike was epic, but we spent December in the ‘green’ zoneThe article illustrates air quality measurements of PM2.5 from the first full week of eight EPA Region 4 Community Air Sensor loaners between November 16-23 in Jamestown and parts of High Point and Greensboro, in Guilford County, North Carolina.
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November 26, 2024: PHOTO OF THE YEAR
Read more: November 26, 2024: PHOTO OF THE YEARThe Jamestowner is having a moment right now 😵💫 Late last night: How to access the live air quality maps:
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Our new EPA AIR SENSORS are LIVE! Here’s what you need to know
Read more: Our new EPA AIR SENSORS are LIVE! Here’s what you need to knowPurple Air sensors on loan by the EPA to a citizens’ group in Jamestown are now live, reporting real-time particulate matter levels to national maps. These sensors measure PM2.5, crucial for public health. Interested users can purchase their own sensors and connect to the map. The interactive map helps track air quality trends, vital for…
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New reports show high levels of 1,4 Dioxane, VOCs, methane gas at Seaboard Chemical/Old High Point Landfill
Read more: New reports show high levels of 1,4 Dioxane, VOCs, methane gas at Seaboard Chemical/Old High Point LandfillRecent reports indicate high contamination levels at the Seaboard/Old High Point Landfill, revealing dangerous methane gas and persistent 1,4 Dioxane and VOCs.
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EPA selects Jamestown for Citizens’ Air Monitoring Program; Sensors will report particulates in real time, 24/7
Read more: EPA selects Jamestown for Citizens’ Air Monitoring Program; Sensors will report particulates in real time, 24/7The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has approved a 12-month Citizens’ Air Monitoring Program in Jamestown, funded by the American Rescue Plan Act. This initiative aims to monitor particulate matter (PM2.5) pollution, improving community awareness and environmental justice, while offering real-time data through public online access and support from the EPA.
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AIR QUALITY, ALBERDINGK-BOLEY SPILLS, CONTAMINANT SOURCES & SITES, Local Government, PERMITS & VIOLATIONS, PUBLIC COMMENTSAlberdingk Boley is emitting Carbon Monoxide, Arsenic, Lead, VOCs, Styrene, Xylene, Sulfur Dioxide, Chromium, Glycol Ethers, Nitrogen Oxide & more into our air
Read more: Alberdingk Boley is emitting Carbon Monoxide, Arsenic, Lead, VOCs, Styrene, Xylene, Sulfur Dioxide, Chromium, Glycol Ethers, Nitrogen Oxide & more into our airAlberdingk Boley seeks an 8-year air emissions permit renewal, raising concerns about increased hazardous pollutants impacting local residents. Addressing zoning irregularities and water stream misclassification, the company’s air emission sources and detailed emissions are also highlighted, raising public awareness and scrutiny of their environmental impact. Public comments are awaited before the permit is finalized.
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AIR QUALITY, BROWNFIELDS & HAZARDOUS SITES, CONTAMINANT SOURCES & SITES, Local Government, PERMITS & VIOLATIONS, WATER QUALITYUNIVAR Groundwater reports show same contaminants as 109 Main Street & underground “plume”
Read more: UNIVAR Groundwater reports show same contaminants as 109 Main Street & underground “plume”Groundwater and air testing reports from the contaminated properties at Main Street and Oakdale Road in Jamestown reveal high levels of VOCs at 109 E. Main Street and contamination at the UNIVAR Chemical Company site. The NC DEQ responded by taking the Deep River “offline” so this stressed drinking water supply stream is not reflected…
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