N.D. Cent. Code § 23.1-04-14
23.1-04-14. Imminent hazard
23.1-04-14. Imminent hazard
Upon receipt of information that the past or present handling, storage, transportation,
treatment, or disposal of any waste or regulated substance may present an imminent and
substantial endangerment to health or the environment, the department may take emergency
action necessary to protect health or the environment.