Section 1388. Powers of the commissioner; emergencies  


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  • In case of great and
      imminent  peril to the health of the general public from such hazards as
      may be  identified  as  resulting  from  exposure  to  toxic  substances
      emanating  from landfills, the commissioner may declare the existence of
      an emergency and take such measures and do such  acts  as  he  may  deem
      reasonably  necessary  and proper for the preservation and protection of
      the public health.