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A judge blocks mass firings as EPA and Army Corps projects stall, leaving vital cleanups in limbo.

EPA Regional Administrator Cyrus Western said the approval supports both resource development and environmental responsibility

The agency determined the site met the criteria for a time-critical removal action, meaning the conditions posed an immediate risk to public health or the environment.

The EPA’s new approach focuses on cleaning up lead-contaminated residential soil at Superfund and hazardous waste sites.

The EPA initially proposed the permits in August, followed by a public comment period and a virtual hearing.

The EPA is currently accepting applications for the next round of PEYA and the Presidential Innovation Awards for Environmental Educators (PIAEE).

DOE maintains that all decisions were made following a detailed, case-by-case review process.

The Santee Sioux Nation has advised residents not to drink water from the public system and continues to distribute bottled water as an alternative supply. 

Residents interested in learning more can review the full Record of Decision, the EPA’s responses to public comments, and additional background materials on the Fulton Avenue Superfund Site profile page.

The EPA continues to work in partnership with the State of Louisiana and Tangipahoa Parish to accelerate recovery, bring in specialized expertise, and ensure transparency with the public.