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DNR Confirms Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza In Wild Red Foxes
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) received confirmation last week that three wild red fox kits tested positive for a strain of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) that is currently affecting domestic and wild bird populations in North America. These cases represent the first detections of HPAI in wild Wisconsin mammals. Similar cases have been confirmed in foxes from Minnesota, Michigan, Ontario, Canada and Europe.
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Village Of Oregon Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the village of Oregon is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes the replacement of lead service lines throughout the village of Oregon.
DNR Awarded $2 Million To Assess Brownfields
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the department was awarded a $2 million grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) made possible by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to assess potentially contaminated brownfield properties throughout the state in historically underserved areas.
Spring Into Nature With World Migratory Bird Day At Kohler-Andrae State Park
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to celebrate World Migratory Bird Day on May 14 with a weekend-long celebration at Kohler-Andrae State Park.
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of City Of Omro Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Omro is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes the replacement of lead service lines throughout the city of Omro.
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