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EPA Cites Nucor Steel for Clean-Air Violations

09/29/2006 -  

Sep. 29, 2006 — U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 5 has cited Nucor Steel for alleged clean-air violations at its Crawfordsville, Ind., minimill.

When carbon monoxide enters the bloodstream, it reduces delivery of oxygen to the body's organs and tissues. Exposure to high levels of carbon monoxide can impair vision, hand movement, learning ability and performance of complex tasks, and can cause death.

EPA alleges that Nucor exceeded limits on carbon monoxide emissions from one of its furnace stacks. The alleged violations were discovered during tests done June 14 by a company contractor.

These are preliminary findings of violations. To resolve them, EPA may issue a compliance order, assess an administrative penalty or bring suit against the company. Nucor has 30 days from receipt of the notice to meet with EPA to discuss resolving the allegations.