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Preliminary Test Results Show PFAS Chemicals in Fish From Farmington River
Preliminary testing results detected elevated levels of PFAS chemicals in fish from the Farmington River after firefighting foam spilled into the river from Bradley International Airport in June.
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What's in the Water? The Dangers of PFAS
PFAS, known as “forever chemicals” have been linked to health risks ranging from developmental effects in fetuses and infants and certain forms of cancer.
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The Dangers of PFAS: Why a Chemical Spill Into Farmington River is Still a Concern Months Later
A chemical spill into the Farmington River has become the catalyst for one of Connecticut’s most pressing environmental health threats.
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State Lawmakers Call for Bear Hunt After Hiker Injured in Southbury
Two Connecticut lawmakers are calling for a bear hunt after a hiker was injured by a black bear in the woods in Southbury on Saturday.
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Hiker Injured by Black Bear in Southbury
Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection officials are investigating after a hiker was injured by a black bear in the woods on Saturday.
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Warm Weather Could Delay Leaf Peeping, But Help Apple Picking
Monday marked the first day of fall, but warm weather could delay peak foliage colors this year.
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DEEP Releases Predictions for Fall Foliage in Conn.
The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection has released its predictions for the fall foliage this year.
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Multiple State Parks Reach Capacity Sunday
Multiple state parks have reached capacity and are now closed to new vehicles on Sunday.
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State Conservation Officers to Police On-Water All Weekend
Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Environmental Conservation officers are increasing on-water patrolling to target boaters under the influence.
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Rocky Neck, Hammonasset, Other State Parks Reach Capacity on Independence Day
Multiple state parks including Hammonasset and Rocky Neck have reached capacity on Thursday and are now closed to new vehicles as people celebrate Independence Day.
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Rocky Neck, Sleeping Giant, Other State Parks Reach Capacity on Sunday
Several state parks including Rocky Neck State Park in East Lyme and Sleeping Giant State Park in Hamden have reached capacity on Sunday and are now closed to new vehicles.
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Hiker Attacked by Wild Animal in Scantic River Park West in Enfield: PD
Police are warning hikers near Scantic River Park West in Enfield to be aware of an aggressive animal after a person was attacked Sunday morning.
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Multiple State Parks Reach Capacity on Memorial Day
Multiple state parks have reached capacity on Memorial Day.
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Oil Trucks Burn in Niantic Fire
East Lyme Fire is investigating after a garage structure housing multiple oil trucks caught fire and suffered significant damage.
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State Warns Mosquito Season is Here
It’s the perfect time of year to enjoy the outdoors, but experts are warning Connecticut residents to do so with caution as mosquito season begins.
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Teens Charged in Connection With Construction Trailer Fires at Silver Sands in Milford
Environmental Conservation Police have arrested two teens in connection with vandalism at construction trailers at Milford’s Silver Sands State Park in March.
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Roof Partially Collapses at Abandoned Mill in Pawcatuck
A road and bridge are closed after a roof partially collapsed at an abandoned mill in Pawcatuck and landed in the Pawcatuck River on Monday morning.
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Construction Trailer Fires at Silver Sands in Milford Intentionally Set: DEEP
Investigators now say the fires that damaged two construction trailers at Silver Sands State Park in Milford on Sunday were intentionally set and a reward is being offered for information, according to the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection.
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Man Taken to Hospital After Getting Rescued From River in Enfield
A man was taken to St. Francis Hospital after getting rescued from the Connecticut River in Enfield on Sunday.
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Fire Causes Potential Hazmat Situation at Yale
A fire took place at Yale University’s Klein lab on Sunday, causing a hazardous material concern.