Are Canadian wildfires affecting Michigan’s air quality? Jim Haywood, EGLE meteorologist, shares insight: bit.ly/3qgu9B8 #MiEnvironment #AirQuality

Thirsty for knowledge? Explore #GreatLakes and Fresh Water Week, June 3-11! bit.ly/3BZM3e1 #MiGreatLakesWeek #MiEnvironment #EGLEclassroom @MichiganLEO @MiCorpsMI @michigantech @SEMCOG

Today is an #AirQualityActionDay for several western and southeast Michigan counties. Young children, the elderly and people with breathing conditions are especially vulnerable to the effects of air pollution and should avoid prolonged outdoor activities. deqmiair.org

Michigan will increasingly use scrap tires, which will make roads last longer, thanks to a $2 million grant from @MichiganEGLE. Read more on the innovative projects occurring around the state from @LSJNews: buff.ly/3VkLVOQ

Our fire crews responded to a few fires over the weekend, including a 136-acre wildfire started by a campfire. PLEASE keep water nearby and always check Michigan.gov/BurnPermit before burning. Fire conditions are extreme throughout the state right now. Stay safe out there.

Wednesday, May 31, has now been declared an #AirQualityActionDay as well in several western and southeast Michigan counties due to continued elevated Ozone levels. Learn more and view map of counties: deqmiair.org #KeepMiAirClean

The first day back after a long weekend can be tough, even for our squad. If you’re ordering takeout tonight and prefer not to eat with your paws, remember that plastic utensils aren’t recyclable since their small size makes them difficult to sort and process into new plastics.

Today is an #AirQualityActionDay for several western lakeshore counties and southeast Michigan counties. Help protect your health, the air, the environment, and fellow Michiganders by following these #KeepMiAirClean tips. 👇 Learn more: deqmiair.org

$1.5M grant will help remove 'high-hazard' dam from downtown Flint: bit.ly/42eHCXa #MiEnvironment #DamSafetyDay

.@migovernment offices are closed today, May 29, 2023, in observance of Memorial Day. We honor the men & women who died while serving in the U.S. military. We are forever grateful for that sacrifice & will keep their families in our thoughts & prayers. Have a safe #MemorialDay!

Parrot Feather is an invasive plant that can grow rapidly, form dense mats which can impede boats and threaten native species through competition. Help protect our waters by learning how to identify this invasive. yt.fascinated.cc/mbh8PQ1kc_Q #NotMiSpecies #EGLEClassroom

This is not a drill, fire danger is high, very high and even extreme throughout much of Michigan as we head into the weekend. Worse yet, conditions are expected to get windier. Please be careful and do your part to prevent wildfires. Michigan.gov/PreventWildfire…

Invasive garlic mustard is popping up along Michigan roadsides, trails and streams, taking hold wherever it finds open ground or disturbed soils. If you see #garlicmustard, check for garlic mustard #aphids. Learn more: bit.ly/41rEgQw #NotMiSpecies

Kick off the summer season, fire up the grill this weekend and celebrate #NationalBarbecueMonth! Need a recycling rules refresh before you host your next cookout? Head to RecyclingRaccoons.org. 🌭 🍔

Plans for the beach? Before you go.. 🏊 Check swim conditions: bit.ly/3h8btfO 🏖️ Check beach closures: egle.state.mi.us/beach/. Your local municipality or health dept. will have the most current info. ⚠️ Know beach flags/sign warning systems: bit.ly/3qA3I5v

Fire danger is elevated across the state. Keep fire safety in mind this weekend.

Great safety tips to keep in mind this weekend!

Curious why plastic bags aren’t recyclable curbside? It's because they easily get tangled in machinery. Yikes, no thanks! Instead, look for special drop-off collection sites, often at grocery stores and other retailers, to recycle your plastic bags, films and wraps.