NHDES is expecting concentrations of ground-level ozone to reach Code Orange/Unsafe for sensitive groups (USG) levels for Coastal Rockingham County for Thursday, June 11.
For more information, read our press release: des.nh.gov/news-and-media/nh…
ALT Flyer stating there is an air quality alert for June 11, 2026. Pollutant is ozone, level is code orange/unsafe for sensitive groups, and area of concern is coastal rockingham county.
We have another soilSHOP event on June 6! Come see us at Ashland’s Public Safety Day from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Bring dry soil samples from your yard or garden in a sealed, clear plastic bag to drop off and have them screened for lead, for free!
More details: des.nh.gov/home-and-recreati…
ALT Flyer advertising upcoming soil shop event on June 6 at the Ashland, New Hampshire Public Safety Day.
Taking care of the yard is no easy feat. Dragging around loud and heavy gasoline-powered tools can be a chore (especially in the summer sun!), not to mention the air pollutants they emit. Want to learn more about greener alternatives? Check out: des.nh.gov/news-and-media/bl…
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There are two NHDES soilSHOP events this week! Join us on May 28 at the Lebanon Farmers Market or on May 30 at New Hampton’s Public Safety Day. Bring dry soil samples in a sealed, clear plastic bag to have them screened for lead, for free! More details: des.nh.gov/home-and-recreati…
ALT Flyer advertising two upcoming soil shop events on May 28 in Lebanon, New Hampshire, and May 30 in New Hampton, New Hampshire.
Did you know that increased levels of lead in soil are especially common around homes built before 1978? Come to an NHDES soilSHOP event to have your soil screened for lead, for free!
For details on upcoming events, check out our soilSHOP Events webpage: des.nh.gov/home-and-recreati….
Soil screening results for April 2026 NHDES soilSHOP events are now available! These include samples from: Discover Wild New Hampshire Day, the Nashua Sustainability Fair or the Concord Drop Box. Please contact NH-APPLETREE@des.nh.gov with any questions: des.nh.gov/sites/g/files/ehb…
ALT Flyer stating that N H D E S soil shop results for april 2026 are now available online.
NHDES is expecting concentrations of ground-level ozone to reach Code Orange/Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups (USG) levels for Rockingham County and any high elevation sites above 2,000 feet for Tuesday, May 19.
More information: des.nh.gov/news-and-media/nh…
ALT Flyer stating that there will be an air quality alert day on May 19, 2026. The pollutant is "ozone," the level is "code orange/unhealthy for sensitive groups," and the areas of concern are rockingham county and elevations above 2,000 feet."
This week marks 20 years since the Mother’s Day Flood of 2006, which caused devastating flooding across the state. Since then, New Hampshire has come a long way when it comes to flood preparedness. Check out the full story by @WMUR9: wmur.com/article/mothers-day…
Save the date for the Asset Management (AM) Workshop for Water Infrastructure on November 18, 2026, in Pembroke. The workshop will include asset management topics relating to Drinking Water, Stormwater and Wastewater infrastructure. des.nh.gov/sites/g/files/ehb…#NHDES_AM
ALT Flyer advertising an upcoming asset management workshop for water infrastructure on November 18, 2026 at the Edward Cross Training Facility in Pembroke, New Hampshire.
NHDES will be pausing the Royal Flush mobile pumpout boat service for the 2026 boating season. The decision was made after careful consideration of operational costs following a series of costly mechanical repairs during the 2025 season. More information: des.nh.gov/news-and-media/nh…
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With new infestations of aquatic invasive species (AIS) in New Hampshire last year, it's more important than ever to stop the spread. Keep an eye out for suspicious plants or animals while on waterbodies and report through the new AIS Public Report form! survey123.arcgis.com/share/8…
ALT Flyer with three images of aquatic invasive species labeled as "water chestnut," "spiny water flea," and "variable milfoil." Text reads "Got milfoil? Report it!" Graphic includes a Q R code that leads to the new report form.
A public hearing is scheduled at the Londonderry Town Hall, 268B Mammoth Road, Londonderry, NH on May 11 at 7:15 p.m. for receipt of oral testimony.
Prior to the public hearing, NHDES will hold a public information session from 5:45 to 7 p.m.
More: des.nh.gov/event/public-hear…
ALT Graphic advertising Public information session and public hearing on May 11 from 5:45 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the Londonderry, New Hampshire town hall.
We have another soilSHOP event on Saturday, April 25! Come see us at @nashualibrary's Sustainability Fair from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Drop off soil samples from your yard or garden in a sealed, clear plastic bag to have them screened for lead, for free! More info: des.nh.gov/home-and-recreati…
ALT Flyer that says "reminder, New Hampshire soil shop event, april 25 at the Sustainability Fair in Nashua."
Commissioner Scott’s second Earth Day site visit was to the former Woods Woolen Mill in Hillsborough. This site has become a great example of local, state and federal partners working together to remediate contamination.
More information about the site: des.nh.gov/sites/g/files/ehb…🌎
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ALT One person pointing to something on a piece of paper and explaining what the paper reads.
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NHDES Commissioner Bob Scott completed his first of two site visits in recognition of Earth Day! Joining drinking water sampling staff, he visited a home in Hillsborough to highlight the importance of testing your well water. Read his Earth Day message: des.nh.gov/news-and-media/ce… 🌎
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There are still more ways to participate in an NHDES soilSHOP event! Soil samples can be dropped off through April 24 in the NHDES lobby in Concord.
Or come see us at @nashualibrary's Sustainability Fair on Saturday, April 25! More information: des.nh.gov/home-and-recreati… 🌱
ALT Cardboard box sitting on a table in the N H D E S lobby. Sheets of paper clipped to and sitting in front of the box read "Soil Shop sample drop off instructions," "Soil shop sample log in form," and "understanding your soil lead screening results."
Our first April soilSHOP event is Saturday, April 18 at @NHfishandgame’s Discover Wild New Hampshire Day! Drop off soil samples from your yard or garden at the NHDES tent to have them screened for lead, for free!
Learn more: des.nh.gov/home-and-recreati… 🌱
ALT Flyer that says "reminder, New Hampshire soil shop event, april 18 at Discover Wild New Hampshire Day in Concord."
Ever wonder what happens to water after it goes down the drain? Tour a local wastewater treatment facility to discover exactly where it ends up. Learn how facilities keep your water clean and chat with operators about the entire process! Learn more: nhwpca.org/Clean_Water_Week_… 💧
ALT Flyer with two images of wastewater treatment facilities. Text reads, "ever wonder what happens to your water after it goes down the drain? Celebrate clean water week by touring a wastewater treatment facility. Learn how operators keep your water clean. Learn more at w w w dot n h w p c a dot o r g.
It’s Clean Water Week! Are you visiting a wastewater treatment facility? Take a guided tour to:
-Discover how clean water starts with you!
-Learn how these facilities keep our rivers and lakes healthy.
-See the process in action.
Learn more: nhwpca.org/Clean_Water_Week_… 💧
ALT Flyer advertising wastewater treatment facility tours for clean water week. Text reads "It's clean water week, april 12-18, 2026. Celebrate by visiting your local wastewater treatment facility. Discover how clean water starts with you. Learn how wastewater treatment facilities keep our rivers and lakes healthy. See the process in action. Learn more at w w w dot n h w p c a dot o r g.