NMED Quarterly Meeting Underway In Los Alamos
Cabinet Secretary James Kenney addresses the audience gathered to discuss the mission and work of NMED’s Department of Energy Oversight Bureauat this evening at Fuller Lodge. Courtesy photo
Staff Report
The New Mexico Environment Department is holding its first quarterly public meeting in Los Alamos until 7 p.m. today in the Pajarito Room at Fuller Lodge.
NMED Cabinet Secretary, NMED Resource Protection Division Director Stephanie Stringer and NMED Administrative Services Director Michelle Desmond spoke on the primary topic of the event, which is the mission and work of the Environment Read More
VIDEO: Heinrich Calls For A Price On Carbon
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich today speaking on the Senate Floor and calling for implementing real solutions to eliminate carbon pollution. Courtesy photo
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From the Office of U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich:
- In a speech on the Senate Floor, Heinrich calls for putting a price on carbon to curb pollution; cites letters from New Mexico students on climate change
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, took to the Senate Floor to call for implementing real solutions to eliminate carbon pollution Read More
Encouragement Elk Hunting Licenses On Sale July 10
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Los Amigos Finishes 11th Restoration Project: La Jara
Los Amigos de Valles Caldera volunteers at work in June. Courtesy/Nina Wells and Kristina Fisher
Los Amigos de Valles Caldera complete their 11th restoration project. Courtesy/Nina Wells and Kristina Fisher
Los Amigos de Valles Caldera News:
June 30, 2019 marked the completion of the 11th grant that Los Amigos de Valles Caldera has received from various funding sources to perform restoration work on the Valles Caldera National Preserve.
This project received a New Mexico River Stewardship grant for $160,000 for Restoring La Jara Creek from Damage from the Thompson Ridge Fire, Valles Read More
NWS: Today’s High Near 79; Tonight’s Low Around 52
The National Weather Service forecasts today’s high in Los Alamos near 79 with partly sunny skies and tonight’s low around 52. Courtesy/NWSDaily Postcard: Bee Nestles Between Blossoms
Daily Postcard: A lone bee nestles between two hollyhock blossoms, apparently seeking shelter from the rain Saturday afternoon outside the Fuller Lodge Art Center on Central Avenue. Photo by Ken Hanson
Bee on hollyhock blossom Saturday outside the Fuller Lodge Art Center. Photo by Ken HansonSchedule For 2019 Wilderness Hikes At Bandelier
Bandelier National Monument. Courtesy/NPS
BANDELIER News:
A variety of wilderness hikes are available this summer and into October at Bandelier National Monument.
Reservations are required so call the Bandelier Visitor Center at 505.672.3861, ext. 517, to participate.
Participants must wear sturdy boots or hiking shoes and be in good physical condition to handle elevation gains in and out of the canyon. Bring a pack including 2-3 liters of water, multiple snacks/bars (in some cases a lunch), a rain jacket, sunscreen, hat, any necessary medications. Safety briefings will be given at the Read More
House Approves Investments To Research, Test For, Battle Chronic Wasting Disease In Deer And Elk
TRCP News:HSNW: First Responders Radiological Preparedness
First responders and emergency managers train on how to plan for the first minutes of a radiological dispersal device detonation response. Courtesy/HSNW
HSNW News:
A radiological dispersal device (RDD), or “dirty bomb,” detonation in a local jurisdiction will have significant consequences for public safety, responder health and critical infrastructure operations.
First responders and emergency managers must quickly assess the hazard, issue protective action recommendations, triage and treat the injured, and secure the scene in support of the individuals, families and Read More
NWS: Today’s High Near 73; Tonight’s Low Around 54
The National Weather Service forecasts today’s high in Los Alamos near 73 with a 50 percent chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms, some of the storms could produce heavy rain. Tonight’s low around 54. Courtesy/NWS Read More
Daily Postcard: Sunset Viewed From Pajarito Acres
Daily Postcard: Sunset viewed Friday evening from Pajarito Acres in White Rock. Photo by Grace Arrowsmith
Another view of the sunset Friday evening from Pajarito Acres in White Rock. Photo by Jenn Bartram/ladailypost.com Read More
AGU: New Study Solves Mystery Of Salt Buildup On Bottom Of Dead Sea
An aerial view of the Dead Sea taken by the Hubble Space Telescope. New research explains why salt crystals are piling up on the deepest parts of the Dead Sea’s floor, a finding that could help scientists understand how large salt deposits formed in Earth’s geologic past. Courtesy/NASA/Hubble
Researchers walk along the bank of the Dead Sea, one of Earth’s saltiest bodies of water. It is nearly 10 times saltier than the ocean. Courtesy/Nadav Lensky/Geological Survey of Israel
Salt crystals form on instruments dipped into the Dead Sea. Courtesy/Nadav Lensky/Geological Survey of IsraelNWS: Today’s High Near 76; Tonight’s Low Around 54
The National Weather Service forecasts today’s high in Los Alamos near 76 with a 40 percent chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms, mainly after noon and tonight’s low around 54. Courtesy/NWS
The National Weather Service forecasts today’s chances of precipitation across the state. Courtesy/NWS Read More
Daily Postcard: A Tall Hollyhock Blooms In White Rock
Daily Postcard: This 8-foot tall hollyhock was spotted Friday growing at a residence on Garver Lane in White Rock. Photo by Annette Maes-Martinez Read More
Family Fun At Los Alamos Nature Center Tuesday
Join PEEC for an evening of family fun Tuesday, July 9 at the nature center. The Family Star Party starts at 5:30 p.m. and Family Night begins at 6 p.m. Both programs are free to attend. Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC News:
Head to the Los Alamos Nature Center on Tuesday, July 9 for an evening of fun and free programming for the whole family.
The evening begins with a Family Star Party at 5:30 p.m. in the planetarium. Astronomer Galen Gisler will show the audience constellations, planets and more. Then, join Melissa Mackey outside at Family Night to enjoy games, activities or crafts. Family Night runs 6-7 p.m. Read More
Update: Naranjo Fire Has Doubled In Size To 10 Acres
SFNF News:
Start date: July 1
Cause: Lightning
Size: 10 acres
Location: Cuba Ranger District on the Santa Fe National Forest approximately 2 miles southeast of Regina off of N.M. 96
Containment: 0%
Fuel: Ponderosa pine
Weather: Sunny with temperatures between 84-88 degrees, winds from the west at 5-10 miles per hour and 11-16% humidity
Resources assigned: 20 personnel with one Type 6 engine, two UTVs and 2 ATVs
Situation: Fire behavior remains low to moderate with flame lengths between 6 inches to 1 foot. Fire managers continue to look at the Naranjo Fire as a potential opportunity to improve Read More
NMED Hosts First Quarterly Outreach Meeting In Los Alamos At Fuller Lodge Monday
NMED News:AGU: Climate Change Transforming Northernmost Arctic Landscapes
A. Map of the study area showing permafrost monitoring site locations. B. Examples of the even terrain at each site at the start of monitoring (2003, 2004, 2005) and the terrain after a decade of monitoring (2016). Thermokarst development was observed at all sites. C. Examples of thermokarst topography and landforms observed at each site in 2016: i), ii) subsidence and trough formation at Isachsen, iii) trough formation and pond development at Mould Bay, iv) subsidence and trough formation at Green Cabin. All images are taken from within 500 m of the permafrost monitoring station with the exceptionBLM New Mexico Releases Notice For September 2019 Oil And Gas Lease Sale Of 16 Parcels
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