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06/12/2026

Report sharks that have washed ashore in Rhode Island and Connecticut!

Sharks in our region are more likely to wash ashore during winter and cold snaps. If you see a shark, please take a few photos and report the shark by calling the new hotline number: 401-859-1043.

When reporting, please include:
• Date and time
• Location (GPS, closest street address, etc.)
• Species (if known)
• Approximate length
• Condition (alive, freshly dead with little decay, dead with some decay, dead very decayed)
• Name and contact information for followup

Scientists from our Science Center’s Apex Predators Program collect important data and biological samples from reported sharks that help us better understand shark biology and ecology.

More about reporting and our shark research: https://bit.ly/3Ciy7zx.

🌊📞 DEM's 24/7 Bay Line is back open for the 2026 season! Help protect Narragansett Bay by reporting environmental concer...
06/12/2026

🌊📞 DEM's 24/7 Bay Line is back open for the 2026 season! Help protect Narragansett Bay by reporting environmental concerns all summer long.

Narragansett Bay is at the heart of our state’s environment, economy, culture, and way of life. The Bay Assessment and Response Team (BART) responds to environmental incidents that can impact the Bay’s water quality, recreation, wildlife, and coastal communities.

Spot something suspicious on the Bay? Call (401) 222-8888 or email [email protected] to help DEM respond quickly and effectively.

Weekly reports are available at www.dem.ri.gov/bart

⚠️ Air Quality Alert for Friday, June 12. Air quality is expected to reach unhealthy levels for sensitive groups statewi...
06/11/2026

⚠️ Air Quality Alert for Friday, June 12.

Air quality is expected to reach unhealthy levels for sensitive groups statewide tomorrow (6/12) due to elevated levels of ground-level ozone. This may affect sensitive groups, especially those with asthma and other lung conditions, along with older adults and children.

What to know:
• Unhealthy ozone levels are expected across the entire state.
• Peak levels begin early afternoon and will continue into the evening.
• Fine particles are also expected to be elevated, reaching moderate levels.
• Reduce exposure by limiting strenuous activity or spending less time outside.
• Schedule outdoor activities in the morning when ozone levels are lower.

📌 Air quality can change throughout the day. Visit www.airnow.gov for real-time updates and forecasts.

🔗 Find more information at www.dem.ri.gov/airquality

🦭📍 Did you know the northern tip of Block Island, also known as Sandy Point, is a hot spot for grey seals? DEM and Myst...
06/11/2026

🦭📍 Did you know the northern tip of Block Island, also known as Sandy Point, is a hot spot for grey seals? DEM and Mystic Aquarium are tagging seals to track their movements to better understand these amazing creatures.

📡 Last month, six acoustic receivers were deployed to detect tagged seals and other marine species along the Atlantic coast.

📣 Remember: Seals are protected by the Marine Mammal Protection Act. Keep your pets leashed and stay at least 150 feet away.

Want to dive deeper into the research? Check out https://dem.ri.gov/seal-monitoring for more info.

⚠️ Air Quality Alert for Thursday, June 11. Air quality is expected to reach unhealthy levels for sensitive groups state...
06/10/2026

⚠️ Air Quality Alert for Thursday, June 11.

Air quality is expected to reach unhealthy levels for sensitive groups statewide tomorrow (6/11) due to elevated levels of ground-level ozone. This may affect sensitive groups, especially those with asthma and other lung conditions, along with older adults and children.

What to know:

• Unhealthy ozone levels are expected across the entire state.
• Peak levels begin early afternoon and will continue into the evening.
• Fine particles are also expected to be elevated, reaching moderate levels.
• Reduce exposure by limiting strenuous activity or spending less time outside.
• Schedule outdoor activities in the morning when ozone levels are lower.

📌 Air quality can change throughout the day. Visit www.airnow.gov for real-time updates and forecasts.

🔗 Find more information at www.dem.ri.gov/airquality

⚠️ Air Quality Alert for Saturday, June 6. Air quality is expected to reach unhealthy levels for sensitive groups state...
06/05/2026

⚠️ Air Quality Alert for Saturday, June 6.

Air quality is expected to reach unhealthy levels for sensitive groups statewide tomorrow (6/6) due to elevated levels of ground-level ozone. This may affect sensitive groups, especially those with asthma and other lung conditions, along with older adults and children.

What to know:

• Unhealthy ozone levels are expected across the entire state.
• Peak levels begin early afternoon and will continue into the evening.
• Fine particles are also expected to be elevated, reaching moderate levels.
• Reduce exposure by limiting strenuous activity or spending less time outside.
• Schedule outdoor activities in the morning when ozone levels are lower.

📌 Air quality can change throughout the day. Visit www.airnow.gov for real-time updates and forecasts.

🔗 Find more information at www.dem.ri.gov/airquality

📢 DEM is hiring for a Chief Program Development position to oversee our Geographic Information System (GIS) operations. ...
06/04/2026

📢 DEM is hiring for a Chief Program Development position to oversee our Geographic Information System (GIS) operations. This full-time role is a unique opportunity to lead the agency’s GIS strategy, foster cross-agency collaboration, and ensure seamless access to critical data platforms.

Position Highlights:

• Serve as the agency’s primary subject matter expert for Geographic Information System (GIS) operations.

• Administer ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, and ESRI portals.

• Foster cross-agency collaboration to build GIS capacity within the Department.

• Maintain data governance, integrity, and security while supporting application development.

• Utilize proficiency in ESRI ArcGIS desktop/web tools, R, and Python to implement best practices.

Don’t delay! Applications are due by 11:59 PM on June 19, 2026

📌 Apply now at https://ri.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/RI/details/Chief-Program-Development_JR103052

📢 Come Clam with Us! Join DEM’s Aquatic Resource Education program and explore Rhode Island’s coastline while learning t...
06/03/2026

📢 Come Clam with Us!

Join DEM’s Aquatic Resource Education program and explore Rhode Island’s coastline while learning the art of digging for clams from longtime commercial quahogger Jody King.

Register now! Space is limited, and advance registration is required. Find upcoming dates and registration info at https://dem.ri.gov/are

🎣 Attention Anglers: the 2026 Rhode Island Saltwater Recreational Fishing Regulation Guide is here! Inside, you'll find...
06/02/2026

🎣 Attention Anglers: the 2026 Rhode Island Saltwater Recreational Fishing Regulation Guide is here!

Inside, you'll find fishing regs, season dates, size and possession limits, license info, and more.

👏 Congrats to this year's cover photo contest winners: Joseph K. and his dad, Justin, celebrating his first ever weakfish catch!

Thanks to everyone who submitted their incredible photos. Check out the Notable Catches section to see if yours was featured.

📍 View the guide online athttps://www.eregulations.com/assets/docs/guides/26RISW_LR.pdf or grab a hard copy at bait and tackle shops across the state.

⚠️ RIDOH and DEM are advising people and pets to avoid contact with Worden Pond in South Kingstown due to harmful algae...
05/29/2026

⚠️ RIDOH and DEM are advising people and pets to avoid contact with Worden Pond in South Kingstown due to harmful algae blooms (HABs) caused by blue-green algae (cyanobacteria).

Avoid until further notice:

• Swimming, fishing, boating, or kayaking
• Don’t drink untreated water or eat fish from the pond
• Keep pets out of the water

HABs can move around, so use caution in all areas of the pond.

📞 Report suspected HABs to [email protected]

📌 Learn more at https://dem.ri.gov/press-releases/ridoh-and-dem-recommend-avoiding-contact-worden-pond-0

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