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PFAS Statewide Health Advisory

A Health Advisory is a regulatory action that provides guidance to local officials and community water supply operators in protecting the health of water consumers. On January 28, 2021, Illinois EPA issued four statewide Health Advisories for Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) as a result of an ongoing sampling investigation of PFAS

Actived: 5 days ago

URL: https://epa.illinois.gov/topics/water-quality/pfas/pfas-healthadvisory.html

Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)

WEBLéalo en Español. Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) are a group of approximately 5,000 human-made chemicals that are manufactured for their oil and …

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HEALTH ADVISORY UPDATE FOR …

WEBThe health advisory guidance level listed in the January 28, 2021, health advisory for PFHxA was 0.56 milligrams per liter (mg/L), or 560,000 nanograms per liter …

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Medication Disposal

WEBMedication Disposal. Flushing medicines or pouring them down the sink can create the potential for harmful chemicals to end up in our waterways and drinking …

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2022 Statewide Harmful Algal Bloom Program

WEBThe 2022 Harmful Algal Bloom Program comprises two parts: Routine Monitoring and Event Response. Routine Monitoring targets public-water-supply intakes in Illinois lakes, …

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Process to Establish Maximum Contaminant Levels for …

WEBThe economic, environmental, and public health benefits that may be achieved through compliance with the proposed state MCLs for PFAS. The effects of the proposed state …

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Where to Get Help

WEBIllinois Department of Public Health: 217-782-5830 or [email protected]. Illinois Environmental Protection Agency: [email protected]. Illinois State Water …

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Fish contaminant

WEBFish Contaminant. Eating fish is an important part of a healthy diet, providing a low-calorie source of healthful proteins and fats. Most fish are safe to eat, but some can accumulate …

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Well Water Testing

WEBFor More Information. For more information about water quality testing for private wells, including information about contacting certified labs in Illinois, contact your local health …

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Environmental Justice (EJ)

WEBEnvironmental justice is the protection of the health of the people of Illinois and its environment, equity in the administration of the State's environmental programs, and the …

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Pollution Complaint

WEBIf you are reporting an environmental emergency, please also contact the Illinois Emergency Management Agency at 1-800-782-7860. Illinois EPA takes pollution complaints …

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Private Well Users

WEBPrivate Well Users. Community drinking water systems are inspected and monitored under the supervision of the Illinois EPA, while non-community public water …

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Wastewater Operator Certification

WEBWastewater treatment systems protect public health and the environment only if they are being properly operated and maintained. The Wastewater Operator Certification …

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Household Hazardous Wastes

WEBHowever, taking these wastes to an HHW collection that is specifically designed to handle such problematic materials is more protective of human health and the environment. …

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Leaking Underground Storage Tanks

WEBLeaking Underground Storage Tank Section. 1021 North Grand Avenue East. P.O. Box 19276. Springfield, Illinois 62794-9276. Phone: 217-524-3300. Fax # 217 …

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