Public Health
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Hunters: Test Deer For CWD Before Eating Venison
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters to test their deer for chronic wasting disease (CWD) before eating venison, as advised by human health organizations.
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DNR Reminds The Public To Wear Safety Equipment On ATVs And UTVs This Season
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds trail riders and hunters alike to wear safety equipment when operating an off-highway vehicle. Whether you’re out for a day of trail riding or headed to the tree stand, a helmet and seatbelt can save your life.
- Hearing/Meeting
Issues & Trends: Vapor Intrusion In Wisconsin - 2023 Updates Webinar
The Remediation and Redevelopment (RR) Program’s next webinar in the Issues & Trends series will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023, from noon -1 p.m
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Response To PFAS Contamination Ongoing With Town Of Stella And Multiple State Agencies
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Department of Health Services (DHS) continue to work with the Town of Stella in Oneida County, where private wells have been impacted by per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
- Hearing/Meeting
DNR PFAS External Advisory Group Meeting
Agenda items include a discussion about the state of PFAS in Wisconsin and nationally.
- Hearing/Meeting
Town of Stella Public Meeting
The Town of Stella, Oneida County, invited Department of Natural Resources staff to provide updates about work to protect public health from PFAS contamination in the Town of Stella.
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DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of City Of Augusta Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Augusta is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to improve its public drinking water system.
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DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of City Of Waterloo Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Waterloo is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to improve its public drinking water system.
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DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Town Of Wiota Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the town of Wiota is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to improve its public drinking water system.
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Air Quality Advisory Expires At Noon
Air quality has begun to improve throughout the state, however, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public that a PM2.5 Air Quality Advisory remains in effect until noon on Friday, June 30. Conditions due to wildfire smoke from Canada will continue to improve throughout the holiday weekend.