If you witness suspected pollution, you can submit a complaint online through the Illinois EPA. Provide as much detail as possible, including the location, what happened, when it occurred, and any photos or documentation you have. 🔗 Submit a complaint: epa.illinois.gov/pollution-co...

Overflow Action Alert: Heavy rain is expected in the Chicago area today. Reduce your use of water during & after the storm to help prevent flooding & protect water quality. • Delay showers & baths • Wait to run the dishwasher More: MWRD.org/OAD A joint initiative with chicagoriver.org

Our personalities for the next couple weeks: 🌽 State Fair 🎡 State Fair ♻️ State Fair See you soon at Conservation World!

💧 August is National Water Quality Month! Follow the life of a water sample, from collection at the source to analysis in the lab. Illinois EPA scientists work behind the scenes to help monitor and protect our state's water quality.

Overflow Action Alert: Heavy rain is expected in the Chicago area today. Reduce your use of water during & after the storm to help prevent flooding & protect water quality. • Delay showers & baths • Wait to run the dishwasher More: MWRD.org/OAD A joint initiative with chicagoriver.org

📸 Field Photo Friday Our biologists are measuring discharge, or the volume of water flowing past a point each second. This data helps assess stream health, calculate pollution limits, and protect Illinois waters. 💧

Want your emissions inspection reminder sent by email or text instead of mail? You can now opt in through the Illinois Air Team. Visit the website to learn more and sign up: illinoisairteam.net/opt-in-for-t...

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Don’t flush or pour them down the drain. Take unused or expired medications to an approved take-back location or request a free mail-back envelope through the Illinois Drug Take-Back Program. Proper disposal helps protect people and the environment. 🔗 epa.illinois.gov/topics/waste...

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Did you know Illinois EPA biologists monitor algae in lakes across the state from May through October? Routine sampling at public lakes, drinking water supply lakes, and designated beaches helps track water quality and protect Illinois' lakes for people, wildlife, & recreation.

We hear explosive diarrhea is making headlines 💩 Do your pipes a favor. Don't flush wipes. Even the "flushable" ones. Wipes don't break down like toilet paper and can clog household plumbing and wastewater systems. Looking for information about cyclosporiasis? Check with @idph.bsky.social

🎡 We're officially 3 weeks away from the Illinois State Fair, and we couldn't be more excited! Come see Illinois EPA in Conservation World. We can’t wait to see you there! 🌎 💧

Illinois remains committed to protecting drinking water from PFAS. Illinois drinking water standards remain in place while the state continues working to protect public health. Learn more about Illinois EPA's response and ongoing PFAS efforts. For more: epa.illinois.gov/topics/water...

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'Forever chemicals’ don't naturally break down in the environment, and exposure to them is toxic. My office has taken several actions to fight against exposure to these substances, and I will continue to advocate for stronger regulations: tinyurl.com/4psp2prv

📰 Illinois EPA Announces $5 Million in Funding for Nonpoint Source Pollution Control Projects through the Section 319(h) Grant Program Read the full news release: epa.illinois.gov/content/dam/...

Take used sharps to a sharps collection site or mail back program or place sharps in a puncture proof container with a tight fitting lid, seal with heavy duty tape, label it "Do Not Recycle," and place it in the trash. Never recycle sharps. 🔗 epa.illinois.gov/topics/waste...

🚗⚡ The next Illinois EPA Electric Vehicle Rebate Program application cycle opens August 1. Eligible residents may qualify for rebates up to $4,000. Applications must be postmarked between Aug 1 and Dec 31. Read the full news release and requirements here: epa.illinois.gov/content/dam/...

The Illinois EPA has downgraded the air quality forecast for Metro-East St. Louis today to Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups including an Air Pollution Action Day. This is in addition to the Areawide Air Pollution Action Day ongoing for today, Monday, July 20th.

Whether you're boating, fishing, or spending time at the lake, knowing how to recognize a harmful algal bloom can help keep you & your pets safe. Blue green algae naturally occur in Illinois waters, some blooms can produce toxins that may be harmful. 🔗 epa.illinois.gov/topics/water...

🚗 Interested in trying a self-service emissions testing kiosk? Learn more about kiosk locations and the process at: illinoisairteam.net/self-service...

The Illinois EPA has extended the Areawide Air Pollution Action Day through Monday, July 20. This is in addition to the ongoing Areawide Air Pollution Action Day for today, July 19. All Illinois AQI forecast sectors are included except Metro-East St. Louis.

The Illinois EPA has issued an Areawide Air Pollution Action Day for Sunday, July 19.This is in addition to the ongoing Chicago Air Pollution Action Day for today, July 18. All Illinois AQI forecast sectors are included except Metro-East St. Louis. 🔗 epa.illinois.gov/content/dam/...

🟠 The Illinois EPA has issued an Orange (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups) Air Pollution Action Day for the Chicago area on Saturday, July 18. This is in addition to the ongoing Purple Forecast in effect today, July 17th. 🔗 airnow.gov 🔗 illinois.enviroflash.info

🟣 The Illinois EPA has issued a Red Forecast Air Pollution Action Day for Friday, July 17, for Rockford and all six Chicago area forecast sectors. This is in addition to the downgrade of today's forecast to Purple. 🔗 www.AirNow.gov 🔗 www.illinois.enviroflash.info

🟣 Purple Air Pollution Action Day for today, July 16th for Rockford & all 6 Chicago area forecast sectors. Declared due to a forecast of Very Unhealthy particulates and/or ozone. 🔗Air quality forecasts: airnow.gov 🔗Subscribe for alerts: illinois.enviroflash.info

🔴 Red Air Pollution Action Day for Thurs., July 16th for Rockford & all 6 Chicago area forecast sectors. This is declared due to a forecast of Unhealthy particulates and/or ozone. 🔗 Air quality forecasts: airnow.gov 🔗 Subscribe for alerts: illinois.enviroflash.info

Get to know YOUR air quality? Check current air quality using the Air Now app or visit AirNow.gov for real time AQI updates. Subscribe to EnviroFlash for free Illinois air quality forecasts and Air Quality Action Day notifications at www.enviroflash.info/signup.cfm.

🟠 Chicago Area Air Pollution Action Day issued for July 14 due to elevated ground-level ozone levels. 🔗 Air quality forecasts: airnow.gov 🔗 Subscribe for free air quality forecasts and alerts: illinois.enviroflash.info

Think you know Lake Michigan? 💧 This Lakes Appreciation Month, dive into a few facts about one of Illinois’ greatest natural resources. Discover how Illinois EPA monitors and helps protect Lake Michigan’s water quality. Learn more: epa.illinois.gov/topics/water...

🚗 Interested in trying a self-service emissions testing kiosk? Learn more about kiosk locations and the process at: illinoisairteam.net/self-service...