Articles Tagged ‘environmental protection agency’
Common Chemicals Causing Infertility Problems in Humans Could Be Just as Harmful to Your Pets
July 25th, 2011
There is a new health study linking infertility, still births and birth defects in humans to common chemicals. “Researchers have found chemicals called perfluorinated compounds (PFCs) might be linked to delays in getting pregnant. PFCs are everywhere — in Teflon cookware, shampoos, floor wax, food wrapping, carpet treatments and other cleaning products. PFCs are also [...]
Keywords: birth defects, environmental protection agency, infertility evaluation, newborns, shampoos
EPA Will Remove Asbestos From Burned-Out Gibson County, Ind., Plant
July 20th, 2011
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will step in to remove hazardous asbestos from the burned remains of the former Emge meat packing plant in Fort Branch, Ind., after the owner declined to do it. Kevin Turner, the EPA’s project manager for the removal, said $400,000 has been budgeted for the cleanup. he said it is [...]
Joplin Tornado Leaves Behind Asbestos, Enviromental Hazards
June 26th, 2011
According to a recent story from the Associated Press (AP), the city of Joplin, Mo. may still face some environmental hazards from the recent tornado that ripped through the area. Damage from natural disasters such as tornadoes, floods and hurricanes can go beyond what’s visible on the surface. It’s not uncommon for liquid fuels and [...]
Keywords: chemicals, environmental protection agency, floods, hurricanes, natural disaster, underground gas