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Top Questions

Region 5 Environmental Hotline:
1-800-621-8431
8:15am - 4:45pm Central time
(312-886-2395 for callers outside IL, IN, MI, MN, OH, and WI)

To report oil and chemical spills, call the National Response Center:
1-800-424-8802.

These are frequently asked questions we receive on our environmental Hotline and by e-mail.

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Who do I call about Illinois vehicle emissions testing?

This is not a US EPA program. In the Chicago area, contact the state of Illinois Vehicle Emissions Testing Program Exit EPA disclaimer at (847) 758-3400 or (800) 635-2380.

I'm concerned about treated wood. Where can I get some answers?

EPA has factsheets about disposing of treated wood, including Questions & Answers about wood treated with chromated copper arsenate.

Where can I get information about asbestos and vermiculite?

I'm concerned about West Nile Virus. Where should I report dead birds?

Where can I find out about Superfund sites?

Here's a whole list of resources to help you find Superfund and other hazardous waste sites.

I'm an HVAC apprentice, and I've lost my EPA card for universal handling of refrigerant. How do I get a replacement?

Call 800-296-1996 for information on replacing lost CFC cards.

I am concerned about mold in my home/ my children's school/ my workplace. Is it dangerous? Who can I contact?

Call your local health department first. You can also call the Indoor Air Quality Information Clearinghouse at (800) 438-4318. The number for the National Hispanic Air Quality Hotline is (800) SALUD-12 (800-725-8312).

More EPA information on mold:

I'm trying to import a car from another country; what do I need to do to meet US emission requirements? What forms do I need?

There's lots of information on importing vechicles and engines at EPA's Office of Transportation & Air Quality. Try the Quick Overview of Vehicle Import Requirements or the Automotive Imports Facts Manual

Where can I recycle computers?

Visit our Web site on Waste Prevention, Reuse, Recycling and Disposal and find out how to recycle all kinds of things:

  • Aluminum & Steel Cans
  • Automotive Materials
  • Batteries
  • Computers & Electronics - see also Product Stewardship: Computer Takeback Options
  • Construction & Demolition Debris
  • Fluorescent Bulbs
  • Glass
  • Junk Mail
  • Mercury
  • Plastic
  • Yard & Food Waste

Where can I learn about mercury in dental amalgam?

On October 8, 2003, Geoffrey Grubbs, Director, Office of Science and Technology, Office of Water, testified before the House Committee on Government Reform, Subcommittee on Wellness and Human Rights. Read his testimony (PDF, 9pp, 81K, About PDF )

Read about State Mercury Medical/Dental Waste Programs

Mercury and human health

 

 
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