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Environment News feature stories and posts dealing with environmental concerns of the Great Lakes, Michigan and Upper Thumb region. This included Water Quality and Pollution in the upper Great Lakes.
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Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel secured a decree mandating Domtar to clean PFAS-laden sludge at a Port Huron site, addressing public health concerns and facilitating statewide cleanup efforts through financial penalties and community transparency measures.
Public alert issued as Flint’s Water Pollution Control facility discharges treated stormwater and sewage into the Flint River during heavy rain event. Storm-Induced Sewage Discharge Raises Health and Safety Concerns in Flint FLINT, Mich. — The City of Flint Utilities Department …
Huron County Beach Testing confirms all public swimming areas passed E. coli limits in Week 3 of the 2025 season, ensuring safe conditions across the region. Huron County Beach Testing Confirms Clean Water at All Locations BAD AXE — Issued by …
Michigan’s waterways are severely contaminated by neonicotinoid pesticides, surpassing safety limits and threatening aquatic ecosystems. Agricultural practices, particularly neonic seed coatings, contribute significantly to this crisis, calling for immediate regulatory and monitoring reforms.
The DNR advises Michiganders to avoid interfering with baby wildlife during spring. Many young animals, including deer fawns and baby birds, are not abandoned and thrive best when left undisturbed.
The recent birth of confirmed cougar cubs in Michigan marks a significant ecological milestone, indicating the possibility of population recovery for this endangered species. However, concerns about the cubs’ survival persist due to their vulnerability without maternal support.
New research reveals critical microplastic pollution levels in the Great Lakes, emphasizing the urgent need for coordinated monitoring and policy changes. Immediate action is necessary to protect ecosystems and address potential risks to human health from contaminated water sources.
A new study reveals a 22% decline in U.S. butterfly populations over the past two decades, prompting concerns about biodiversity loss. Insecticides are a major contributor, urging conservationists and policymakers to prioritize habitat restoration and safer agricultural practices to reverse this alarming trend.
