NH Dept Env Services

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[NH Dept Env Services @NHDES]

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: https://t.co/3pvJcdBG85

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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: https://t.co/XVdafkpbry

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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: https://t.co/XVdafkpbry.

[NH Dept Env Services @NHDES]

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 [email protected] with any questions: https://t.co/jQHepOFtt6

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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: https://t.co/HmJFIHN9hq

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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: https://t.co/UtCqt5j5FU

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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. https://t.co/tIgFhdoGa1 #NHDES_AM

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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: https://t.co/LdnYOHUE4d

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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! https://t.co/ULDNNCXUrq

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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: https://t.co/2jPgXwgI3v

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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: https://t.co/XVdafkpbry

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On this #EarthDay we're reducing #Whales of harmful nitrogen oxide emissions with our #Volkswagen Trust funding, eight to be exact!

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[NH Dept Env Services @NHDES]

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: https://t.co/RQXcNiaE0s🌎

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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: https://t.co/0p2pLmAwmh 🌎

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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: https://t.co/XVdafkoDC0 🌱

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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: https://t.co/XVdafkpbry 🌱

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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: https://t.co/kmXeQmJ1pF 💧

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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: https://t.co/kmXeQmItA7 💧

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Do you know if your vegetable garden's soil is free from lead? Attend a soilSHOP event to find out! Upcoming events include @NHfishandgame's Discover Wild New Hampshire Day on April 18, and at @nashualibrary’s Sustainability Fair on April 25. More info: https://t.co/XVdafkpbry 🌱

[NH Dept Env Services @NHDES]

Next week is Clean Water Week! Celebrate by visiting a wastewater treatment facility. Meet the staff who keep these facilities running 24/7! Learn what happens after water goes down the drain, and how operators like Ernie and Raven keep our water clean: https://t.co/kmXeQmItA7 💧