EPA Settles Cleanup Bill with Phillips 66 for NC Metal Site
Published Date: 3/3/2025
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Summary
The EPA is teaming up with Phillips 66 to clean up the Horton Iron and Metal Superfund Site in Wilmington, North Carolina. This deal helps cover cleanup costs and EPA expenses, with public comments open until April 2, 2025. It’s a big step toward making the site safer and healthier for the community!
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Company to Reimburse EPA Cleanup Costs
The EPA is proposing a settlement with Phillips 66 Company to recover CERCLA costs for a cleanup that will be performed at the Horton Iron and Metal Superfund Site in Wilmington, North Carolina. The proposed settlement also addresses recovery of costs already incurred by EPA related to the Site.
Public Comment Deadline April 2, 2025
The public may submit comments on the proposed settlement with Phillips 66 until April 2, 2025. EPA will consider all comments and may modify or withdraw its consent to the settlement if comments disclose facts showing the settlement is inappropriate, improper, or inadequate.
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