""You understand when environmental disasters rise to the level that demands urgent statewide action," Aguirre stated, emphasizing the need for immediate intervention to address the pollution crisis."
"Kimberly Prather, lead scientist, described the pollution as a "serious environmental justice issue" for the predominantly Hispanic and impoverished residents near the Tijuana River Valley."
"The study from the University of California San Diego Airborne Institute found toxic hydrogen sulfide gas levels peaked at 4,500 parts per billion, significantly exceeding the state-regulated standard."
"Aguirre pointed out that the San Diego County Board of Supervisors has declared this an emergency 22 times, urging Governor Newsom to take decisive action."
Paloma Aguirre, a San Diego County Supervisor, is requesting California Governor Gavin Newsom to declare a state of emergency regarding pollution from the Tijuana River. The pollution crisis has been acknowledged by the San Diego County Board of Supervisors multiple times. Aguirre emphasizes the need for urgent action, citing the detrimental effects on air quality and public health. A study revealed toxic hydrogen sulfide levels far exceeding state standards, impacting predominantly Hispanic and low-income residents in the area.
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