Overview
Arabi Site is an operational air monitoring station in Arabi, Louisiana, operated under US EPA Region 6. It contributes to the national Air Quality System (AQS) network for ambient air quality monitoring.
Arabi Site is an air monitoring station located in Arabi, St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana, United States. It is part of the US EPA's Air Quality System (AQS) network, which monitors criteria pollutants and other atmospheric parameters to ensure compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station is operated under US EPA Region 6 and is currently operational. As an air monitoring station, Arabi Site typically measures pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide. The station's siting follows EPA guidelines to ensure representativeness of local air quality. Data from this station supports regulatory compliance and public health assessments in the Greater New Orleans area. The station plays a key role in tracking air quality trends in Louisiana, a state with significant industrial activity including petrochemical refineries and ports. Continuous monitoring helps inform air quality alerts and long-term environmental planning. The data contributes to the national AQS database used by researchers and policymakers.
Environmental context
Arabi Site monitors ambient air quality in a region influenced by industrial emissions from petrochemical facilities, transportation corridors, and urban sources. The station's location in St. Bernard Parish provides data on pollutant transport from nearby industrial zones and the Mississippi River corridor. Monitoring criteria pollutants helps assess compliance with NAAQS and supports public health advisories. The station's data continuity is important for tracking long-term trends and evaluating the effectiveness of emission reduction strategies.
Frequently asked questions
The Arabi Site is located in Arabi, St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana, United States. Its coordinates are approximately 29.9714 N, -89.9986 W.
As part of the US EPA AQS network, the Arabi Site typically monitors criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide.
The Arabi Site is operated under US EPA Region 6, which oversees environmental monitoring in the south-central United States.
The Air Quality System (AQS) is the US EPA's national database for ambient air quality data. It stores measurements from thousands of monitoring stations across the country, used for regulatory compliance and public reporting.
Louisiana has a high concentration of industrial facilities, including petrochemical plants and refineries. Air monitoring helps track pollutant levels, ensure compliance with health-based standards, and protect public health.
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