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DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Racine Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Racine is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program to improve its public drinking water system.
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DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of West Bend Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of West Bend is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program to improve its public drinking water system.
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Prepare Now To Boat Safely This Summer
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges water enthusiasts to check boat equipment and review basic safety tips to prepare for the upcoming water season.
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Keep Wildlife Wild: Know What To Do If You Find A Fawn
Spring is baby animal season in Wisconsin, and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to leave fawns alone while they’re out exploring the state during the warm weather months. If a fawn is encountered while outdoors, the DNR urges you not to touch or intervene in any way – there’s a good chance it’s right where it’s supposed to be and its mother isn’t far away.
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Wisconsin To Experience Increasing Fire Danger April 20-21
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) again asks the public to stay vigilant and avoid outdoor burning this weekend, April 20-21, 2024, due to elevated fire danger.
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Be Aware And Stay Safe During Spring Turkey Hunting Season
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters and outdoor enthusiasts to be aware and stay safe during the 2024 spring turkey season April 17 – May 28, 2024.
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Elevated Fire Danger Continues Across Wisconsin
As dry, windy and warm conditions persist, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) asks the public to avoid all outdoor burning due to elevated fire danger across the state. The forecast for today, April 14, suggests another active wildfire day, with fire danger anticipated to reach High to Very High across most of Wisconsin. Burn permits will be suspended in 41 counties.
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Elevated Fire Danger Across Wisconsin
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) asks the public to stay vigilant and avoid all outdoor burning this weekend due to elevated fire danger across the state. Thirty-five fires have burned approximately 300 acres today – the single most active wildfire day this year. Several fires had potential for large fire growth in the northwest part of the state. The DNR moved resources, including an incident management team, around the state to respond to these wildfires.
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DNR To Continue Spring Prescribed Burns
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that fire management crews will conduct prescribed burns on DNR properties throughout the southern half of the state.
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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.