CAMAS — When Don Gamiles discovered a former Kmart in Northeast Portland was burning early July 19, he and a colleague loaded every piece of…
Posts published in “Environment”
Keeping Vancouver Lake afloat a complicated challenge
By The Citizen on July 22, 2023
Clark County is inviting the public to comment on its long-term, 308-page solution to the toxic blue-green algae blooms and noxious plant growth that has…
Vancouver Lake has long, unique geologic history
By The Citizen on July 22, 2023
Vancouver Lake’s uniqueness is largely unknown, even to those who frequently visit it. Read more… Source: The Columbian
Volcanic vocation: Scientists visit Vancouver, study hazard monitoring techniques
By The Citizen on July 21, 2023
A group of international scientists gathered at the Cascades Volcano Observatory this week to learn about volcano hazard monitoring techniques they can bring back to…
Vancouver City Council discusses climate action efforts
By The Citizen on July 20, 2023
The city of Vancouver has taken several steps to enhance its climate and energy regulations this year, but there are still several challenges standing between…
Aurora borealis won’t be visible in Clark County
By The Citizen on July 11, 2023
In recent days, major outlets have excitedly reported that low-latitude communities, including Vancouver, will be able to see a display of flashing auroras Thursday evening.…
Vancouver wells see a slight drop in PFAS
By The Citizen on July 8, 2023
The city of Vancouver’s latest round of sampling showed the amount of “forever chemicals,” or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, have fallen in some of its…
Washington Trails Association preserves connection in Clark County wild spaces
By The Citizen on June 24, 2023
YACOLT — On a quiet and cool weekday, a group of volunteers rested their sturdy legs from hefting supplies back and forth up Silver Star…
Clark Public Utilities gardens attract pollinators
By The Citizen on June 22, 2023
Farewell-to-spring, bluehead gilia and common madia speckled Clark Public Utilities’ rows of solar panels with purple, blue and yellow bursts. Read more… Source: The Columbian
Let’s get ready to rumble: Mount St. Helens Institute to expand outdoor education at Coldwater
By The Citizen on June 17, 2023
MOUNT ST. HELENS NATIONAL VOLCANIC MONUMENT — Amid children’s excited chatter and giggles, the first signs of a volcanic eruption — harmonic tremors — spread…