Dust Information
There is growing concern with the problem of dust in Alaskan communities. Dust can cause and aggravate respiratory and heart conditions. There are many causes of dust: wind-blown dust from glaciers, gravel pits, increased usage of vehicles on dirt roads, dry river beds, and human activity on non-vegetated land.
The following pamphlets provide information on the health risks associated with dust and what you can do to help control it.
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Community Dust |
Dust Control |
Dust Health Risks |
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Call, write, email, or stop by your nearest DEC office to request copies of the pamphlets.
Juneau |
Anchorage |
Fairbanks |
ADEC - Air Quality |
ADEC - Air Quality |
ADEC - Air Quality |
410 Willoughby Ave., Ste 303 |
619 E. Ship Creek Ave. Ste. 249 |
610 University Avenue |
Juneau, AK 99801 |
Anchorage, AK 99501 |
Fairbanks, AK 99709 |
907-465-5105 |
907-269-7695 |
907-451-2167 |
For more information visit EPA's Particluate Matter Fast Facts website.
