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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 12h

I can barely be-leaf it! Week 3️⃣ of the @i-love-ny.bsky.social Fall Foliage Report is out! 🍂 For the full report, visit www.iloveny.com/things-to-do...

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 23/09/2026

Do you be-leaf in magic? Week 2️⃣ of the @i-love-ny.bsky.social Fall Foliage Report has dropped! 🍂 For the full report, visit www.iloveny.com/things-to-do...

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 18/09/2026

DEC joins the nation in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. This year’s theme is "Together, We Are More” (“Unidos, Somos Más”). DEC recognizes Hispanic and Latine individuals inside/outside our organization who are contributing to the common cause of environmental conservation, equity and justice.

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 16/09/2026

We are unbe-leaf-ably happy that Week 1️⃣ of the @i-love-ny.bsky.social Fall Foliage Report is out! 🍂 For the full report, visit www.iloveny.com/things-to-do...

A fall foliage report week 1 graphic. I love NY's fall foliage report map on a photo of mountains.

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 16/09/2026

If you pay for electricity or natural gas through one of the state's utility companies, you may qualify for savings! Half of all New York households are now eligible for monthly relief through the Energy Affordability Program. Learn more and apply: ny.gov/eap

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Energy Affordability Program

Program provides income-eligible consumers with a discount on their monthly electric and/or gas bills.

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 15/09/2026

*inserts coins* 🪙🪙🪙🪙 There’s no wrong way to Get There Green! This year’s event is taking place September 20 - 27 and you can join in the fun by taking a trip using sustainable transportation. Methods include: ✅ Walking ✅ Biking ✅ Taking transit ✅ Carpooling ✅ Driving an EV ✅ And pogo sticking

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Shelley Mayer @shelleybmayer.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Glad to join Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Amanda Lefton and her team, along with Assemblyman Steve Otis, for a tour of three sites in DEC’s successful Brownfield Cleanup Program.

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 14/08/2026

Got algae in your pond or lake? Harmful algal blooms (HABs) are an overgrowth of algae that can produce toxins that can be harmful to the health of humans and pets.

A black dog and a whiteish-yellow dog swimming in a lake side by side. The paler colored dog has a tennis ball in its mouth and there are several people wearing swimsuits on the beach in the background.

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 07/08/2026

DEC and @nysdoh.bsky.social have issued an air quality health advisory for ozone today, August 7, for the Long Island and New York City Metro regions.

New York State map with counties color coded by air quality index values.

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 01/08/2026

DEC is closely monitoring smoke from Canadian wildfires for potential impacts on New York’s air quality. DEC experts are forecasting mostly “good to moderate” levels across New York State, with the possibility of surface smoke-related pollution later Saturday and Sunday, particularly in Western NY

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 30/07/2026

On July 26, Forest Rangers Horn, Jackson, and Sweeney responded to a call for an injured hiker near the summit of Hunter Mtn. Rangers reached the hiker, stabilized the hiker's leg injury, and packaged them in a wheeled litter. For part of the carryout, Rangers needed to do a steep angle rope rescue.

A person packaged in a wheeled litter, with several people walking alongside it to navigate through the woods at night.

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 20/07/2026

There is no change in the Air Quality Index (AQI) forecast today but there is a chance we may see a few temporary spikes of 'Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups' (USG), especially in Western New York, Central New York, and Eastern Lake Ontario.

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 18/07/2026

DEC and @nysdoh.bsky.social have issued an air quality health advisory tomorrow, July 19th, for Central and Western NY for fine particulate matter due to the impact of smoke from wildfires in Canada. ℹ️ For the latest AQI forecast: appfactory.dec.ny.gov/AQI/

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 18/07/2026

As of 12pm, air quality in the Lower Hudson Valley region worsened to ‘Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups’ and Rockland County worsened to ‘Unhealthy.’ Individual location conditions may vary. To check your air quality, visit www.airnow.gov?or download the app for updates.

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 18/07/2026

As of 11 a.m., air quality in Syracuse and Westchester County worsened to ‘Unhealthy.’ Individual location conditions may vary. To check your air quality, visit www.airnow.gov or download the AirNow app for regular updates.

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 18/07/2026

As of 10am, air quality in Rochester worsened to ‘Unhealthy’ and Syracuse and Rockland County worsened to ‘Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups.’ Individual location conditions may vary. To check your air quality, visit www.airnow.gov? download the AirNow app for updates.

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AirNow is your one-stop source for air quality data. Our recently redesigned site highlights air quality in your local area first, while still providing air quality information at state, national, and...

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 18/07/2026

As of 9am, air quality in Western New York worsened to ‘Very Unhealthy’ and Westchester worsened to ‘Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups.’ Individual location conditions may vary. To check your air quality, visit www.airnow.gov or download the AirNow app for regular updates.

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 18/07/2026

Saturday air quality outlook: Shifts in the ongoing Canadian wildfire plume are expected to negatively impact air quality statewide today and create unhealthy conditions outdoors. ℹ️ For the latest AQI forecast: appfactory.dec.ny.gov/AQI/

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 18/07/2026

UPDATE: As of 6 am, air quality in Buffalo and New York City worsened to ‘Unhealthy’ and air quality in the Southern Tier worsened to ‘Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups’. As of 7am, air quality on Long Island worsened to ‘Unhealthy’.

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 17/07/2026

DEC and @nysdoh.bsky.social have issued an air quality health advisory for tomorrow, July 18th, for fine particulate matter due to the impact of smoke from wildfires in Canada. New Yorkers may see visible smoke and hazy skies across the state and spikes in smoke-related pollution.

A map of New York State, divided into several regions, with Western NY, Eastern Lake Ontario, Central NY, NYC Metro, and Long Island colored red (unhealthy air quality) and the Adirondacks and Upper and Lower Hudson Valley regions colored orange (unhealthy air quality for sensitive groups).

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 17/07/2026

DEC and @nysdoh.bsky.social have issued an updated air quality health advisory for today, July 17th, for fine particulate matter due to the impact of smoke from wildfires in Canada. New Yorkers may see visible smoke and hazy skies across the state and spikes in smoke-related pollution.

New York State map with counties color coded for air quality index levels.

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 17/07/2026

UPDATE: DEC is still seeing ‘unhealthy’ air quality in Western and Central New York, the Southern Tier, Rockland, Westchester, New York City, and Long Island, with weather expected to shift and smoke plumes anticipated to decrease throughout the day.

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 16/07/2026

DEC Commissioner Amanda Lefton, @nysdoh.bsky.social Commissioner Dr. Jim McDonald, and @nysdhses.bsky.social Commissioner Terry O'Leary provide the latest air quality updates and what you can do to 'Be Air Aware.' Stay air quality aware by visiting: www.airnow.gov

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 16/07/2026

UPDATE: DEC and @nysdoh.bsky.social have issued an air quality health advisory for TOMORROW, July 17th, for fine particulate matter for Western NY due to the impact of smoke from wildfires in Northern Minnesota and Canada. For the latest AQI forecast: appfactory.dec.ny.gov/AQI/

a map of new york state with counties color coded by the air quality index levels.

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 16/07/2026

📣 www.airnow.gov is New York State’s trusted source for air quality monitoring data. Many other apps and sites may provide information on air quality in an immediate area, but do not undergo the same testing as DEC’s equipment to ensure accuracy.

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 16/07/2026

DEC and @nysdoh.bsky.social have updated an air quality health advisory for today, July 16th, for fine particulate matter due to the impact of smoke from wildfires in Northern Minnesota and Canada. For the latest AQI forecast: appfactory.dec.ny.gov/AQI/

New York State map showing counties color coded by air quality index levels.

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 16/07/2026

Headed into Thursday morning, DEC air monitors in Buffalo, the Southern Tier, and Syracuse were already reporting ‘Unhealthy’ air levels, with Rochester and New York City reporting levels ‘Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups.’

New York State map with counties colored coded for air quality.

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 16/07/2026

DEC is encouraging hikers and others recreating outdoors to postpone strenuous activities due to limited visibility and potential for respiratory concerns from unhealthy air quality conditions anticipated statewide. For more safety and health precautions: www.governor.ny.gov/news/governo...

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Governor Hochul Updates New Yorkers as Air Quality Advisory Expanded to Entire State

Governor Kathy Hochul provided an update on the poor air quality caused by smoke from Canadian wildfires and high temperatures creating unhealthy air for New Yorkers.

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 15/07/2026

DEC Commissioner Amanda Lefton, @nysdoh.bsky.social Commissioner Dr. Jim McDonald and @nysdhses.bsky.social Commissioner Terry O'Leary provide the latest information to help keep New Yorkers healthy and what you can do to 'Be Air Aware.' Stay air quality aware by visiting: airnow.gov

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 15/07/2026

UPDATE: DEC and @nysdoh.bsky.social have now issued an air quality health advisory today, July 15th, for fine particulate matter for all of New York State due to the impact of smoke from wildfires in Northern Minnesota and Canada. Check the latest AQI forecast: appfactory.dec.ny.gov/AQI/

A map of New York State, divided into several regions, with Western NY, Eastern Lake Ontario, and Central NY colored red (unhealthy air quality) and Adirondacks, Upper and Lower Hudson Valley, NYC Metro, and Long Island colored orange (unhealthy for sensitive groups).

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 15/07/2026

Wildfire smoke from northern Canada and high temperatures are expected to create unhealthy air conditions. Smoke will be visible and is set to first cross into western areas early this morning before disbursing across the state.

A New York State map showing counties in air quality alert color shading.

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 15/07/2026

DEC and @nysdoh.bsky.social have issued an air quality health advisory for fine particulate matter tomorrow, July 15th, for the Eastern Lake Ontario, Central New York and Western New York counties due to the impact of smoke from wildfires in Northern Minnesota and Canada.

Map of New York State showing all counties and their Air Quality Index levels.

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 14/07/2026

This Plastic Free July is the perfect time to try a new way to reduce your reliance on single use plastics. New York State’s Foam Ban expanded on Jan. 1, 2026, to include a ban on polystyrene foam coolers and other polystyrene foam cold-storage containers.

A blue reusable cooler on a picnic table next to other reusable items (2 metal containers, reusable cutlery, a wicker basket, napkin, and a water bottle).

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 13/07/2026

DEC and @nysdoh.bsky.social have issued an air quality health advisory for ozone tomorrow, July 14th, for NYC Metro and Long Island. ☎️ For additional information, contact the Air Quality Hotline: 1-800-535-1345 👉 Latest AQI forecast: appfactory.dec.ny.gov/AQI/

Air Quality Map of New York State counties. NYC Metro and Long Island are shown in orange (unhealthy for sensitive groups), and the rest of the state shown in yellow (moderate).

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 04/07/2026

250 years of our nation. 50 years of eagle conservation in New York State. Have a safe and happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 03/07/2026

DEC and @nysdoh.bsky.social have extended an air quality health advisory for ozone for today, July 3rd, for New York City Metro and Long Island. ☎️ For additional information, you can contact the Air Quality Hotline: 1-800-535-1345 👉 Latest AQI forecast: appfactory.dec.ny.gov/AQI

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 02/07/2026

DEC and @nysdoh.bsky.social have extended an air quality health advisory for ozone to today, July 2nd, for New York City Metro and Long Island. ☎️ For additional information you can contact the Air Quality Hotline: 1-800-535-1345 👉 Latest AQI forecast: appfactory.dec.ny.gov/AQI/

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 01/07/2026

DEC and @nysdoh.bsky.social have issued an air quality health advisory for ozone today, July 1st, for New York City Metro and Long Island. ☎️ For additional information you can contact the Air Quality Hotline: 1-800-535-1345 👉 Latest AQI forecast: appfactory.dec.ny.gov/AQI

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 30/06/2026

DEC and @nysdoh.bsky.social have issued an air quality health advisory for ozone today, June 30th, for New York City Metro. ☎️ For additional information you can contact the Air Quality Hotline: 1-800-535-1345 👉 Latest AQI forecast: appfactory.dec.ny.gov/AQI

Air Quality Map of New York State counties. NYC Metro is shown in orange or (unhealthy for sensitive groups), and the rest of the state shown in yellow or (moderate).

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 29/06/2026

DEC and @nysdoh.bsky.social have issued an air quality health advisory for ozone today, June 29th, for New York City Metro. ☎️ For additional information you can contact the Air Quality Hotline: 1-800-535-1345 👉 Latest AQI forecast: appfactory.dec.ny.gov/AQI

Air Quality Map of New York State counties. NYC Metro is shown in orange or (unhealthy for sensitive groups), and the Lower Hudson Valley region in green (good), and the rest of the state shown in yellow or (moderate).

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 25/06/2026

Hey, Long Islanders! Can you guess how many times the Empire State Building can be filled up with the water used on LI to irrigate lawns each summer? 360 times! Check out some easy tricks to help conserve water and save you money. 📽️: LICAP

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 18/06/2026

In the newest episode of our podcast, we hear from Grace Gallagher and Nathan Graber from DEC’s Oil and Gas Compliance Enforcement Section about New York State’s progress to identify, prioritize, and plug abandoned wells. 🎧 Listen to our newest episode of “DEC Does What?!”: dec.ny.gov/podcast

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 18/06/2026

DEC has announced the acquisition of 284 acres at the former Babcock-Hovey Scout Camp in the Town of Ovid, NY. DEC acquired the property for more than $5.9 million from the Boy Scouts of America through the New York State Clean Water, Clean Air and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act (Bond Act).

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 11/06/2026

DEC and @nysdoh.bsky.social have issued an air quality health advisory for ozone today, June 11th, for Long Island and New York City Metro. ☎️ For additional information you can contact the Air Quality Hotline: 1-800-535-1345 👉 Latest AQI forecast: appfactory.dec.ny.gov/AQI/

Air Quality Map of New York State counties. NYC Metro and Long Island shown in orange or (unhealthy for sensitive groups), with the rest of the state show in Yellow (Moderate) or Green (Good).

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 10/06/2026

DEC urges New Yorkers to prepare for the hot weather anticipated to continue through the weekend. Extreme heat is impacting most of New York State, with "feels-like" temperatures in the high 90s, low 100s Thursday and Friday. Be prepared and Hike Smart: dec.ny.gov/things-to-do...

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 04/06/2026

Adirondack Backcountry report: ☀️ Protect your skin—wear sunscreen! 🔥 Remember to have small campfires in designated fire rings only. 💧 Boaters, dress for the water temp, not the air temp. 🕷️ Ticks are active. 🌜 Sunrise = 5:13 a.m.; Sunset = 8:35 p.m. Don’t forget your headlamp and extra batteries.

Photograph of the rocky top of Catamount Mountain with some conifer trees to the left and right and a view of a distant lake and forest.

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 29/05/2026

📣 The Lake Placid Boat Launch, Essex County, remains closed until Tuesday, June 2. For the past two weeks, construction crews have been repairing portions of the parking lot and in-water components of the launch itself.

Picture of the Lake Placid Boat Launch at the water’s edge, where there are green and yellow ropes installed with underwater curtains that trap loose sediment. The water within the curtains is visibly cloudier than outside of the curtains.

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 23/05/2026

DEC today announced the installation of two new floating docks at the Bethlehem Boat Launch located at the north end of Henry Hudson Park along the shores of the Hudson River in the Town of Bethlehem.

Ribbon cutting at the site of the new floating docks.

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 21/05/2026

On May 13, Ray Brook Dispatch contacted Ranger Ezumah about a lost hiker near Street and Nye Mountain trail. Rangers Ezumah and Rooney met at the trailhead and made verbal contact with the hiker 1 mile down the trail. Rangers provided warming layers and escorted the hiker back to their vehicle.

A person using trekking poles while navigating a hiking trail in the woods, followed by a Forest Ranger.

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation @dec.ny.gov · 06/05/2026

It’s National Small Business Week! Celebrate by sharing with or tagging your favorite small business so they can take advantage of DEC’s new Sustainable Business Navigator program to make their business more sustainable and reduce costs. Learn more and register: on.ny.gov/sbn

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