When an emergency exists as a result of a matter under the commission's jurisdiction that requires immediate action to protect the public health or safety or the environment, the commission or executive director may issue an order under Texas Water Code, §5.516, Texas Health and Safety Code, §401.056, and Chapter 35 of this title (relating to Emergency and Temporary Orders and Permits; Temporary Suspension or Amendment of Permit Conditions) stating the existence of the emergency and requiring that actions be taken to meet the emergency.

Source Note: The provisions of this §305.31 adopted to be effective June 5, 1997, 22 TexReg 4583; amended to be effective December 10, 1998, 23 TexReg 12440.