News
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Heavy rainfall may increase risk of algal blooms in Lake Erie, Saginaw Bay
Published on July 14, 2015
Early summer storms have experts concerned about effect on waterways. -
Clean water checklist
Published on July 8, 2015
Help protect water resources by adopting one or more of the actions on this checklist. -
Explore Michigan’s inland lakes during Lake Appreciation Month
Published on July 8, 2015
Investigate components of lake ecology and common aquatic plants that are part of a lake ecosystem in upcoming educational workshop -
Drone debate trickles into the field of water science
Published on July 7, 2015
Water sampling drones bring big advantages and big complications to the world of aquatic research. -
Sustainable Water Strategy plan provides a roadmap for Michigan’s future
Published on July 2, 2015
Public invited to review, offer comments on state strategy -
EPA issues guidance on algal toxins in public drinking water supplies
Published on June 24, 2015
Last summer’s shutdown of Toledo’s drinking water supply raised questions among municipal drinking water utilities nationwide. New EPA Health Advisory will help. -
Asian Carp and Hydrilla are too close for comfort
Published on June 19, 2015
New infestations of Asian carp and an invasive aquatic “superweed” reported near the Great Lakes recently. Public vigilance and precautions are critical following new reports of bighead carp and Hydrilla near the Great Lakes shores. -
Spotlight on Hydrilla verticillata
Published on June 19, 2015
Hydrilla referred to as a “superweed” can grow as much as 6 inches a day! -
Want clean water? Filter with soil
Published on June 17, 2015
Soil is the planet’s biggest water filter. -
Water: A not so trivial resource
Published on June 17, 2015
Water is an essential element needed in our daily lives. But how much do we know about the water that surrounds us?