Virginia Regulatory Town Hall
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Department of Environmental Quality
 
Board
Air Pollution Control Board
 
Guidance Document Change: DEQ Guidance Memo APG-578 addresses the use of emergency generators in the case of “sudden and reasonably unforeseeable events” as the result of a planned electric outage.
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11/18/25  10:27 pm
Commenter: Edyta

Protect the residents! Do not allow additional time for diesel generators!
 

The mission of the Virginia DEQ is to, “protect and enhance the environment of Virginia in order to promote the health and well-being of the Commonwealth's citizens, residents, and visitors in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.” Do not allow more time for diesel generators!  Studies show significant adverse health effects, especially for young children whose respiration rate is higher and who will absorb more toxins into their developing bodies. It is your responsibility to protect the vulnerable populations. 

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