Los Alamos County Fire Marshal Comments On Sky Lantern Prohibitions: Not permitted For Celebrations
LAFD News:
Los Alamos County Fire Marshal Wendy Servey commented this morning on plans surfacing within social media and other forums that Los Alamos residents may be planning to mark upcoming special dates in May, such as high school graduation, with lighting and launching sky lanterns.
“While I appreciate the creativity that our residents are using to develop possible options to celebrate these important milestones during the stay-at-home order, it’s also my responsibility to see that such activities occur in a safe manner.” Servey said. “Most residents may not know that our Fire Code Read More
Today April 22, 2020 Marks 50th Anniversary Of Earth Day
Today is Earth Day 2020. Courtesy/history.com
EARTH DAY 2020 News:
Earth Day was founded in 1970 as a day of education about environmental issues, and Earth Day 20 occurs today, April 22—the holiday’s 50th anniversary.
The holiday is now a global celebration that’s sometimes extended into Earth Week, a full seven days of events focused on green living. The brainchild of U.S. Sen. Gaylord Nelson and inspired by the protests of the 1960s, Earth Day began as a “national teach-in on the environment” and was held April 22 to maximize the number of students that could be reached on university Read More
U.S. Sen. Tom Udall Statement Ahead Of 50th Earth Day
U.S. Sen. Tom Udall
U.S. SENATE News:
SANTA FE — U.S. Sen. Tom Udall (D-N.M.), ranking member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies, released the following statement Tuesday ahead of the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, which falls today, April 22:
“Across the United States, 20 million people of all ages and backgrounds united April 22, 1970 to protect our planet and build an environmental movement from the ground up to chart a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable future. The people who lent their voices to the first Earth Day created a groundswell Read More
New Mexico Weekly Fishing Report: April 22
NMGF News:
As COVID-19 continues to force all of us to make changes to our daily schedule, the Department would like to remind you that together we can make a difference. To help minimize the spread of the virus:
- Practice social distancing
- Wash your hands regularly
- Avoid non-essential travel
Stay healthy and safe.
In this time of change, the Department would like to encourage anglers to stay home, mend equipment and prepare for the upcoming fishing season. In the weekly fishing report, provided by Dustin Berg of Go Unlimited (supporting disabled anglers) and the Department of Game and Fish, we Read More
Voices Of Los Alamos Hosts Virtual Meeting April 27
Sarah Pierpont
VOLA News:
Voices of Los Alamos (VOLA) is hosting a virtual meeting 6:30-7:30 p.m. Monday, April 27.
Zoom video link will be provided the day before the event on the VOLA Facebook page and via the VOLA email list or email wmwlosalamos@gmail.com to request it.
The meeting will feature New Mexico Recycling Coalition Executive Director Sarah Pierpont who will present on some higher level plastics recycling both at the national and state level.
Pierpont started her career in the recycling field as the coordinator of the Recycle Santa Fe Art Festival in 2005 while she was also working Read More
NWS: Today’s High Near 63; Tonight’s Low Around 40
The National Weather Service forecasts today’s high in Los Alamos near 63 with a 20 percent chance of isolated showers this afternoon and tonight’s low around 40. Courtesy/NWS
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich Lauds Approval For Sandia National Laboratories To Begin COVID-19 Testing
Sandia National Laboratories has been granted approval by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to begin public testing for the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Courtesy/SNL
From the Office of U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, is lauding the announcement that Sandia National Laboratories has been granted approval by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to begin public testing for the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
The approval will expand New Mexico’s testing capabilities Read More
New Mexico Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard Issues Emergency Rule Allowing Operators To Apply For Temporary Shut-In Of Oil Wells
NMSLO News:
SANTA FE – The New Mexico State Land Office (NMSLO) has finalized emergency rulemaking to allow oil and gas lessees to temporarily stop production of oil wells for at least thirty days, with longer-term relief coming through the statutory rule change process. Operators can find the shut-in application here.
Shut-ins have been deemed necessary by the State Land Office based on plunging oil prices and storage capacity challenges, including the first-ever negative value of oil seen in the U.S. yesterday.
Prices began to drop in February as a result of a contentious price war between Read More
Deer Lifting Spirits Around Los Alamos: Meet Nubby
A deer affectionately known as nubby is spotted Monday near the Chapel Apartments on Rose Street and is lifting Spirits around Los Alamos. Photo by Victoria Rygh Read More
Daily Postcard: Fresh Snow Falls On Sangres
Daily Postcard: Fresh snow on the Sangre de Cristo Mountains about 7 p.m. Saturday viewed from Quemazon down Pueblo Canyon. Photo by Nina Thayer Read More
EPA Expands Research On COVID-19 In Environment
EPA News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) continues to make COVID-19 issues a top priority.
The Agency has been actively supporting response efforts across the country to protect public health. As part of these efforts, EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler is asking for a rapid review with the Science Advisory Board (SAB) to provide feedback on research needs identified by EPA’s researchers.
This research will enhance and build on the Agency’s capabilities to address the environmental and human health impacts from the virus that causes COVID-19.
“EPA’s world-class Read More
Pastel Colored Sunset Fills Friday Night Sky
A pastel colored sunset fills the sky Friday night near Overlook Park in White Rock. Photo by Jenn Bartram/ladailypost.com Read More
Flowers Begin Blooming All Around White Rock
Flowers are spotted over the weekend blooming in gardens all around White Rock including these tulips on Catherine. Photo by Annette Maes-Livermore
These tulips are blooming in a garden on Garver Lane in White Rock. Photo by Annette Maes-Livermore
These Iris are blooming in a garden on Garver Lane in White Rock. Photo by Annette Maes-Livermore Read More
NWS: Today’s High Near 61; Tonight’s Low Around 44
The National Weather Service forecasts today’s high in Los Alamos near 61 with partly sunny skies and tonight’s low around 44. Courtesy/NWS
Daily Postcard: Bird Serenades The Moon
Daily Postcard: A bird serenades the moon very early Saturday morning from its top perch in a tall tree in White Rock. Photo by Nancy Ann Hibbs Read More
Daffodils Bloom In Los Alamos High School Memorial Garden
Bright yellow daffodils are in full bloom today at the Los Alamos High School Memorial Garden. Los Alamos Rotarians have maintained and cared for the Memorial Garden for several years as a Club project. Photo by Kurt Steinhaus
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Raven Spotted Stealing Chicken Egg Near Stables
Every raven for themselves during this time of the COVID-19 pandemic. With many people staying home, more and more birds are roaming freely these days. This raven was spotted today stealing a chicken’s egg near the North Mesa Stables in Los Alamos. Photo by Neelima Prasad
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DOE Begins Acquisition Planning For Operation Of Hanford WTP Direct Feed Low-Activity Waste Facilities
Direct Feed Low-Activity Waste (DFLAW) facilities at the Hanford site in Washington State. Courtesy/DOE
DOE News:
CINCINNATI, Ohio — The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) issued a Request for Information (RFI)/Sources Sought notice Thursday for operation of the Waste Treatment and Immobilization Plant (WTP) Direct Feed Low-Activity Waste (DFLAW) facilities at the Hanford site in Washington State.
The DOE Office of Environmental Management is currently in the acquisition planning phase for a new contract to operate WTP DFLAW facilities. This RFI solicits input, via capability statements, Read More
Posts From The Road: Petrified Forest & Painted Desert
Painted Desert: The Painted Desert offers a variety of colors and formations depending on your location in the park. The north end of the park is primarily shades of red as seen here. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
Paint It Red: A couple of miles south of the first image one can see the color scheme changing from all reds to more yellow tones as well as layers of white mixed into the landscape. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
Up Close: As the sun lights the end of a log the brilliant and rich colors of the petrified wood are revealed. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
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U.S. Sen. Tom Udall To Join Leading Scientists To Discuss Nexus Of Coronavirus And Nature Crises
U.S. Sen. Tom Udall
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Tom Udall (D-N.M.) and world-renowned scientists Thomas Lovejoy and Enric Sala will lead a press call At 11:30 a.m. Monday, April 20, to discuss the intersection between the coronavirus pandemic and the nature crisis.
The speakers will explore how the global collapse of nature is increasing the risks of pandemics and other disasters across the globe. Habitat loss, overexploitation of wildlife, and climate change have contributed to the increased spread of infectious diseases, such as COVID-19, from animals to humans. Read More
