Public comment sought on power plants

FARMINGTON, N.M. (AP) - The Environmental Protection Agency is seeking public comment on an analysis and options for reducing air pollution from two power plants in the Four Corners area.

Environmental groups have raised concerns about air quality and visibility associated with the Navajo Station and Four Corners Power Plant and the effects at regional national parks, wilderness areas and national monuments.

The EPA is providing a 30-day public comment period. This fall, the agency will propose how to reduce air pollution from the two plants.

Officials also will accept comments on other issues, such as the remaining useful life of the facilities, existing controls at the plants, energy and environmental effects that are not associated with air pollution.