‘This is dangerous’: New rule proposes PFAS changes, wouldn’t punish polluters
PFAS chemicals, and their effects, are an ongoing issue in Southeastern North Carolina, affecting drinking water, firefighter gear and the health of millions of people in the state.
Code Red air quality alert issued for Polk Co.
The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ) issued a Code Red Air Quality alert as crews battle three wildfires in Polk County.
NC orders Chemours to expand PFAS well testing to more than 150,000 homes
North Carolina ordered Chemours to expand PFAS well testing, adding 150,000 homes in six counties, including Harnett and Hoke ...
EPA science office faces deep cuts, putting North Carolina jobs and research at risk
The Trump administration’s plan to cut EPA’s research arm could cost 1,000 jobs, hit Research Triangle Park, and weaken North ...
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‘Worse than nothing’: Proposal would require PFAS reduction plans without enforcing limits
The Environmental Management Commission is considering a new rule that would require industries adopt PFAS monitoring plans ...
Allergies suddenly bad? NC pollen levels kick off spring allergy season at ‘high’ reading
In North Carolina, March is when tree pollen tends to spike — and generally gets worse as the month progresses.
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NC Wildlife Resources Commission warns of increase in animal encounters
With warmer temperatures, NC Wildlife Resources Commission is warning people about a possible increase in animal encounters.
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Top NC Court to hear animal waste permit dispute on April 23
The North Carolina Supreme Court will hear arguments next month in a case pitting the state Department of Environmental ...
NC Dept. of Environmental Quality reminds people it's illegal to burn trash
With fire season starting, officials with the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Air Quality Division wants ...