Public Health
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Wisconsin Beachgoers: Be Aware Of Blue-Green Algae Risks
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds beachgoers to watch for blue-green algae this summer. Blue-green algae can have harmful effects on humans and pets, including illness if swallowed or inhaled in water droplets or irritation if rubbed on the skin.
- Hearing/Meeting
DNR PFAS External Advisory Group
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will host the next PFAS External Advisory Group (EAG) meeting from 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. on Friday, June 21, 2024.
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Do Your Part To Improve Wisconsin’s Air Quality
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages Wisconsinites to make small tweaks to their daily routines to improve the state’s air quality this Clean Air Month.
- Hearing/Meeting
2025 Annual Monitoring Network Plan Review
During this hearing, the DNR will review the changes that occurred previously, present an outline of proposed changes for 2024 and 2025 and take public comment on Wisconsin's 2025 Air Monitoring Network Plan.
- News
National Drinking Water Week Is May 5-11
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is highlighting the importance of clean drinking water and recognizing the dedicated professionals working to keep our water clean in celebration of National Drinking Water Week, May 5-11.
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DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Barron Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Barron is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program to improve its public drinking water system.
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DNR Celebrates Air Quality Success During Clean Air Month
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) celebrates Clean Air Month this May, an important time to remember our collective responsibility to protect the air we all breathe.
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DNR Responds To EPA’s Designation Of PFOA And PFOS As Hazardous Substances
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced the designation of PFOA and PFOS, including their salts and structural isomers, as hazardous substances under the federal Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act, also known as "Superfund." The EPA is taking this action because significant evidence demonstrates that when released into the environment, these chemicals may present substantial danger to public health and the environment.
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DNR, DHS Respond To EPA’s Announcement Of Maximum Contaminant Levels For PFAS In Drinking Water
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced new enforceable federal standards for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water. This includes a new enforceable Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) of 4.0 parts per trillion (ppt) individually for PFOA and PFOS and 10 ppt individually for PFNA, PFHxS and GenX. Additionally, the EPA finalized an MCL at a hazard index of 1 when a combination of PFNA, PFHxS, GenX and PFBS are present in a mixture.
- News
Be Bear Aware: Take Steps Now To Avoid Potential Conflicts With Black Bears This Spring
As the weather warms and people across the state begin spending more time outside, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages the public to be bear aware and take steps to prevent potential conflicts with black bears this spring.