§340E-4  Imminent hazards.  Thedirector, upon learning that a contaminant is present in or is likely to entera public water system or an underground source of drinking water and maypresent an imminent and substantial danger to the public, may take such actionsnecessary to protect the health of the public.  The actions which the directormay take include but are not limited to:

(1)  Issuing such orders as may be necessary toprotect the health of persons who are or may be users of such system (includingtravelers), including requiring the provision of alternative water supplies bypersons who caused or contributed to the endangerment; and

(2)  Commencing a civil action for appropriate relief,including a restraining order or permanent or temporary injunction. [L 1976, c84, pt of §1; am L 1984, c 268, §1; am L 1987, c 165, pt of §1]