Chelan Co Commissioners Skeptical Of Designation For Remote River
The river sits in the Glacier Peak Wilderness area and is in no danger of human caused pollution or other impacts.
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Washington Smoke Management Plan Approved
The Smoke Management Plan regulates prescribed burning on forest land aimed at reducing fuel loading, restoring forest ecosystems, and potentially reducing the risk to communities from catastrophic wildfires, while minimizing air quality impacts from smoke.
Some Washington Farmers Being Charged For Cap-And-Trade
Farmers and producers across Washington could be paying higher fuel prices than they should. The state’s Climate Commitment Act, or cap-and-trade, went into effect January 1st, establishing a cap on emissions and creating a carbon tax of around 40 cents per gallon. While farmers...
Dep. Of Ecology Watching Stagnant Air In Central Washington
Department spokesperson Emily Tasaka says a National Weather Service Stagnant Air Advisory has been extended until 10pm Tuesday night.
Chelan Commissioners Consider Arsenic, Lead Removal From Land In County
The state Department of Ecology is trying to ensure new housing is cleaned up before people live there, and assist people who already live on old orchards.