| Frequently Asked Questions About the MDEQ Emergency Services Division |
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| Do you deal with above ground storage tanks or Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) regulations? |
| No. Those programs are regulated only by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (Bob Rosen @ 404-562-8761) |
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| Do I need permits to transport waste in Mississippi? |
| For permitting information contact David Peacock of the MDEQ Hazardous Waste Division (601) 961-5220 or theMississippi State Public Service Commission (601) 961-5434. |
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| Who is responsible for the removal of mold in a building? |
| The Mississippi State Department of Health (601-576-7400) responds to inquiries involving mold or any material that affects indoor air quality. |
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| Are there Haz-Mat training facilities in the state? |
There are two such facilities in the state:
Mississippi State Fire Academy, Jackson MS - (601) 932-2444
Southeastern Safety Training, Hattiesburg, MS - 1-800-261-0064 |
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| What are MDEQ emergency services contractor requirements? |
| All contractors must follow federal requirements to conduct cleanups. For more information click here. |
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| Are Emergency Services personnel available for public speaking and/or training workshops? |
| Yes. Emergency Services personnel are available based on schedules for public speaking engagements to any civic organization, schools, fire departments, law enforcement agencies, etc. To request an Emergency Services speaker contact the MDEQ Emergency Services Office Administrator. |
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| What are Mississippi's clean up levels? |
| To find state screening and clean up criteria, click here. |
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| Who do you call to report fish kills? |
MDEQ operates a fish kill hotline for the reporting of fish kills (601) 961-5599. Emergency Services may or may not be involved in clean-up depending on the source of contaminant.
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| Where can I find information regarding mercury in schools? |
| The University of Wisconsin has a web site as well as the Environmental Protection Agency, click here. |