Wednesday, June 27, 2007: Fine Particulates (PM 2.5) – Code YELLOW Ozone (O3) – Code YELLOW Regional Maximum PM 2.5 Concentrations: Monday, June 25, 2007: PM 2.5 – YELLOW (90 AQI or 35.5 µg/m3) O3 – GREEN 41 AQI or 53 ppb) Short-Term Discussion: A thick shroud of fog has given way to hazy sunshine. … Continue reading
From the Morning Call: “The Northampton water authority’s year-old treatment plant has won a national award for its environmentally friendly construction. Designers of the facility in North Whitehall Township said it’s the first water treatment plant in the nation to be certified by the U.S. Green Building Council, which sets guidelines for buildings that save … Continue reading
From the Morning Call: “When Jerry McAward joined the staff of Pocono Whitewater Adventures 20 years ago, the discussion on how to best utilize the Francis E. Walter Dam had already started. A small but vocal group of anglers, boaters and environmentalists were united in their request: Store more water, please.” More here.
From the DEP: HARRISBURG (June 20) — Noting Pennsylvania’s achievements in promoting renewable energy technologies, Environmental Protection Secretary Kathleen A. McGinty accepted the Apollo Alliance “All the Right Stuff” Award this week on behalf of Governor Edward G. Rendell and the commonwealth. “In Pennsylvania, we’re turning environmental challenges and the rising demands for energy into … Continue reading
Saturday June 23, 2007: Ozone (O3) – Code GREEN Fine Particulates (PM 2.5) – Code GREEN Sunday June 24, 2007: Ozone (O3) – Code YELLOW Fine Particulates (PM 2.5) – Code YELLOW Monday June 25, 2007: Ozone (O3) – Code YELLOW Fine Particulates (PM 2.5) – Code YELLOW Regional Maximum PM 2.5 Concentrations: Thursday, June … Continue reading
From the American Lung Association: Summer means bike rides, barbeques, swimming pools and long days outside in the sun for most Americans. But for the millions of children and adults living with lung disease, the summer months can mean heightened risks too. The American Lung Association offers a wide variety of resources on our website, www.lungusa.org, … Continue reading
From the EPA: News for Release: Thursday, June 21, 2007 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Stronger Standards for Smog Proposed Contact: Jennifer Wood, (202) 564-4355 / wood.jennifer@epa.gov or John Millett, (202) 564-4355 / millett.john@epa.gov (Washington, D.C. – June 21, 2007) EPA is proposing to strengthen the nation’s air quality standards for ground-level ozone, revising the … Continue reading
From the EPA: **News Advisory** For Immediate Release: Wednesday, June 20, 2007 EPA to Discuss Proposal for Ozone Standard Contacts: Jennifer Wood, (202) 564-4355 / wood.jennifer@epa.gov John Millett, (202) 564-4355 / millett.john@epa.gov (Washington, D.C. – June 20, 2007) WHO: Stephen L. Johnson, Administrator, U. S. EPA Robert Meyers, Acting Assistant Administrator, Office of Air and … Continue reading
Thursday, June 21, 2007: Fine Particulates (PM 2.5) – Code GREEN Ozone (O3) – Code GREEN Regional Maximum PM 2.5 Concentrations: Monday, June 19, 2007: PM 2.5 – YELLOW (83 AQI or 31.8 µg/m3) O3 – ORANGE (122 AQI or 93 ppb) Short-Term Discussion: : While yesterday’s showers and thunderstorms arrived as expected they did … Continue reading
Saturday June 16, 2007: Ozone (O3) – Code GREEN Fine Particulates (PM 2.5) – Code GREEN Sunday June 17, 2007: Ozone (O3) – Code YELLOW Fine Particulates (PM 2.5) – Code YELLOW Monday June 18, 2007: Ozone (O3) – Code YELLOW Fine Particulates (PM 2.5) – Code YELLOW Regional Maximum PM 2.5 Concentrations: Thursday, June … Continue reading
