What is Tetrachloroethylene and why is it a problem?
Tetrachloroethylene (also known as: perchloroethylene, PERC or PCE) is a chemical that is widely used for dry cleaning fabrics, metal degreasing operations and other applications as a solvent. Tetrachloroethylene has been classified as a hazardous chemical by the US Environmental Protection Agency. Several factors can determine whether harmful health effects will occur after exposure to PCE. The factors include the dose (how much), the duration (how long), the route of exposure (breathing, eating, drinking, or skin contact), exposure to other chemicals, and individual health characteristics. Tetrachloroethylene has been found in the ground water of the YRRA in excess of the EPA drinking water standard. How can you be involved? To help Ecology in determining what corrective actions are needed to address the tetrachloroethylene contamination, Ecology needs to understand the concerns of all persons who own water rights within the YRRA. The meeting you are invited to is for Ecology to lear
