Environment

NMED: Toxic Algae Detected In Clayton Lake

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NMED News:

UNION COUNTY —The New Mexico Environment Department is warning visitors to avoid water contact at Clayton Lake after samples confirmed the presence of harmful algae and toxins.

Harmful algae blooms, or HABs, occur when certain types of algae grow excessively in water, posing potential health risks to people and animals. HABs can appear blue, bright green, brown or red and may resemble scum or floating grass clippings on the water’s surface. These blooms can produce toxins that are harmful to humans and animals.

Samples collected by the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED show Read More

PEEC Hosts Seed Saving Workshop Oct. 11

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Community members circle around a raised garden bed at PEEC. Courtesy/PEEC

PEEC News:

The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites gardeners, families, and nature enthusiasts to join a free, hands-on workshop celebrating the life of seeds. Fall Seed Harvest will take place from 5:30–6:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 11 at the Los Alamos Nature Center.

During this fun, educational program, participants of all ages will:

  • Discover the important role seeds play in our ecosystems and food systems
  • Learn how to harvest, dry, and store a variety of seeds
  • Take part in interactive activities
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Colorful Exhibit From Trees In Aspen Vista Trail Area In SFNF

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Colorful exhibit from trees in the Aspen Vista Trail area in the Santa Fe National Forest. Photo by Michael Smith

Aspen Vista Trail area in the Santa Fe National Forest. Photo by Michael Smith

Aspen Vista Trail area in the Santa Fe National Forest. Photo by Michael Smith

Aspen Vista Trail area in the Santa Fe National Forest. Photo by Michael Smith Read More

Central Avenue Between 15th & 20th Streets To Be Closed Tuesday For Gas Leak Repair Project

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COUNTY News:

The block of Central Avenue between 15th Street and 20th Street will be closed to through traffic 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday while crews from the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) repair a gas leak.

On eastbound Central Avenue approaching 20th Street, all traffic will detour onto 20th Street. Westbound through-traffic on Central Avenue will detour onto 15th Street.

While DPU’s Gas, Water & Sewer Division crews have not yet excavated to expose the pipeline that is leaking, they do not anticipate needing to turn gas service off for customers while repairing the Read More