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Wildlife officials confirm 6 wolf poisonings in northeastern Washington
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife is asking for the public’s help to find who poisoned six wolves in northeastern Washington. Continue Reading Wildlife officials confirm 6 wolf poisonings in northeastern Washington
Salmon advocates ask to include healthy ecosystems in Columbia River Treaty
Salmon advocates want negotiators to consider salmon and the Columbia River’s ecosystem as a part of an agreement between the U.S. and Canada. Continue Reading Salmon advocates ask to include healthy ecosystems in Columbia River Treaty
Federal report recommends removing four lower snake river dams to protect salmon
Breaching the Snake River dams is one major way to protect salmon, according to a final federal report announced Friday on salmon and steelhead recovery in the Columbia River Basin. Continue Reading Federal report recommends removing four lower snake river dams to protect salmon
With A Few Cups Of Water, Scientists Use eDNA To Study Reclusive, Rare Creatures
A growing technology is helping scientists save time and effort when they study rare critters and vast places. Continue Reading With A Few Cups Of Water, Scientists Use eDNA To Study Reclusive, Rare Creatures
Biden Administration Launches Website To Provide Real-Time Climate Data, Predict Future Scenarios
A first-of-its-kind climate resiliency website will help communities understand climate-related risks, the Biden administration said. The new website, launched Thursday, provides real-time information and predictions for local communities that are more vulnerable to disasters, such as wildfires, heat waves and droughts. Continue Reading Biden Administration Launches Website To Provide Real-Time Climate Data, Predict Future Scenarios
B.C. Tailings Dam Failure Could Spell Disaster For Canada, Washington, Studies Say
If two British Columbia tailings dams fail, it could spell disaster, according to two reports that analyzed the chances of the dams failing. Continue Reading B.C. Tailings Dam Failure Could Spell Disaster For Canada, Washington, Studies Say
Animal Crossings Over And Under Highways Can Save Big Dollars — Not Just Lives — Says New Study
Collisions between vehicles and large animals, like deer, are not only scary. The medical, car repair and cleanup costs really add up. That is according to a new study out of Washington State University that supports the case for building more wildlife crossings on highways. Continue Reading Animal Crossings Over And Under Highways Can Save Big Dollars — Not Just Lives — Says New Study
Breaching The Four Lower Snake River Dams Not An Option Right Now, Say Murray, Inslee
A much-awaited report said removing the four Lower Snake River dams shouldn’t happen right now, but dam removal is the best way to protect Snake River salmon. Continue Reading Breaching The Four Lower Snake River Dams Not An Option Right Now, Say Murray, Inslee
Lamprey Swim Past Oregon’s Soda Springs Dam, After 10 Years Of Waiting
Two Pacific lamprey have made history. The eel-like fish have made it past the Soda Springs Dam on Oregon’s North Umpqua River. Continue Reading Lamprey Swim Past Oregon’s Soda Springs Dam, After 10 Years Of Waiting
Scientists Work To Protect Indoor Air Quality From Wildfire Smoke
Even with smoke, you can breathe easier. Scientists at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory have practical tips to keep the air clean inside homes despite the smoke in Northwest skies. Continue Reading Scientists Work To Protect Indoor Air Quality From Wildfire Smoke
Some Otterly Pleased By New Report On Bringing Sea Otters Back To Oregon Coast, Others Paws Down
A federal study ordered by Congress concluded it would be feasible to reintroduce sea otters to the Oregon and northern California coasts. However, that finding doesn’t mean the super-cute predators will be relocated into their former ocean habitat anytime soon. Continue Reading Some Otterly Pleased By New Report On Bringing Sea Otters Back To Oregon Coast, Others Paws Down
‘It’s Putrid.’ Yakima County Neighbors Raise Air, Groundwater Concerns About Nearby Landfill
Up on a hilltop in Yakima County, Carole Degrave used to spend hours outside, watching wildlife, eating an apple, and enjoying the calm. In her backyard, wind chimes blow softly in the breeze. A 30-year-old apricot tree shades the center of her yard. Continue Reading ‘It’s Putrid.’ Yakima County Neighbors Raise Air, Groundwater Concerns About Nearby Landfill
