For years, the Oregon Smoke Blog has been the go-to resource for anyone wanting to learn the latest and best information on smoke conditions during wildfire season. And now, the blog is even better. In preparation for the upcoming summer months, DEQ has revamped the blog to give it a cleaner design and make itContinue reading “Introducing the new and improved Oregon Smoke Blog”
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DEQ Lab releases groundwater quality report for Harney County
A new report from the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality’s Laboratory shows water quality data for groundwater in Harney County.
Updates: Gasoline Leak in Monmouth
Current information about DEQ’s response efforts in Monmouth, where gasoline leaked into the sewer system and caused gasoline vapors to enter several buildings on Main Street.
Willamette Cove Cleanup Plan: 3 things to know
The Willamette Cove Upland cleanup plan protects human health and the environment.
DEQ Lab releases groundwater quality report for Oregon’s Walla Walla Basin
A new report from DEQ’s Laboratory shows water quality data for groundwater aquifers in the Walla Walla River Basin in Oregon.
Franziska Landes recognized for using science to solve societal problems
Franziska Landes, Northwest Region Cleanup staff, received the 2019 Science for Solutions Award from the American Geophysical Union “for significant contributions in the application and use of the Earth and space sciences to solve societal problems.”
DEQ begins work on landmark cleanup project
This week, DEQ began overseeing the cleanup of the last legacy contamination site in Portland’s downtown reach.
We all play for Oregon
DEQ communications staff supported the state’s COVID-19 response for several months.
DEQ enforces the law to protect and restore Oregon’s environment
In 2019, the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality issued 247 enforcement notices – essentially penalties for violating environmental regulations.
DEQ’s pursuit of a Superfund site cleanup: Portland Harbor 101
Learn the key facts you should know about the Portland Harbor Superfund Site and DEQ’s role in the cleanup.
