Temporary Emergency Permit for Treatment by Detonation, U.S. Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms
Summary
SCH Number
2011078086
Public Agency
Department of Toxic Substances Control
Document Title
Temporary Emergency Permit for Treatment by Detonation, U.S. Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
7/8/2011
Document Description
The Department of Toxic Substance Control has issued an Emergency Permit to U.S. Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms (MCAGCC) to treat hazardous waste by open detonation. The items to be treated are military munitions, such as flares and green smoke canisters. The items were found at a residence in Twentynine Palms, California and reported by the Provost Marshall and San Bernardino Sheriff's Department. MCAGCC Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) personnel have determined that the items are considered unsafe for shipment or indefinite storage.
The emergency permit is effective from July 15, 2011. Treatment will be schedule depending on weather, logistics, and availability of personnel. The treatment activities will be conducted by qualified personnel from MCAGCC. The denotation will be performed on MCAGCC EOD Range 051.
As MCAGCC does not have a permit for treatment of hazardous waste at this location, DTSC has determined that an emergency permit should be issued. The items are potential safety hazards and present an unacceptable risk for continued storage. There is no alternative treatment available.
Contact Information
Name
Beverly Rikala
Agency Name
Department of Toxic Substances Control
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
Twentynine Palms
Counties
San Bernardino
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Emergency Project
Type, Section or Code
S:21080(b)(4),15269(b)(c)
Reasons for Exemption
Actions necessary to prevent an emergency.
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