Public Health
- News
DNR Investigating Manure Spill In Outagamie, Brown Counties
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is assisting with the investigation of a manure spill that occurred in eastern Outagamie County and western Brown County, which resulted in a fish kill in Dutchman Creek.
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DNR Warns That Heavy Rain And Flooding Can Contaminate Private Wells
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages private well owners to consider testing their drinking water after significant rainfall and flooding. Heavy rains, such as those that swept through much of northern Wisconsin the past week, can impact drinking water quality.
- News
DNR Publishes Annual Drinking Water Report
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently published its 2023 Annual Drinking Water Report, showing that more than 99% of the public water systems in Wisconsin met all water quality standards for contaminants.
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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.