In the last decade, national and statewide studies have revealed that many chemicals with known or suggested endocrine-disrupting potential to adversely affect developmental, reproductive, neurological, and immune systems in wildlife. These chemicals include pharmaceuticals, personal care products, chemicals associated with wastewater effluent, and a variety of industrial compounds. Apart from the disquieting realization that wastewater chemicals and […]
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How’s the water? Overmedicated
June 12th, 2015 
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Well Sealing Cost-share Grants Available
June 11th, 2015 knowtheflow It comes as a surprise to many Anoka County residents and businesses that they have an old unused well on their property. Many homes and businesses were (and are) constructed before municipal water was available. So, a well is constructed to serve the building. As city water reaches the property, the well is replaced by a connection […]
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June 11th, 2015 knowtheflow The Anoka Sandplain Partnership is a coalition of conservation stakeholders, led by Great River Greening, with a mission to bring together their collective expertise, resources and connections to advance terrestrial and freshwater resource conservation in this ecological region. The Anoka Sandplain serves as a critical filter of groundwater in Anoka County (and east-central Minnesota). It […]
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Hot weather brings algal blooms to lakes and ponds
June 8th, 2015 knowtheflow When the summer sun shines and temperatures climb, conditions are ripe for Minnesota lakes to produce harmful algal blooms (HAB). Most algae are harmless, but under the right conditions, certain types of algae can pose health risks. People and animals may become sick if they come into contact with or ingest affected water. In extreme […]
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Municipal water quality reports are available
May 31st, 2015 knowtheflow Annual Water Report. Drinking water is safe at Anoka County’s community water supply systems, according to the Minnesota Department of Health’s (MDH) Drinking Water Annual Report. Each year, cities publish reports on the results of water quality tests of their water system. The 2014 water quality reports summarize testing results for Jan 1 to December 31. The […]
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Springbrook nature camps
May 26th, 2015 knowtheflow The Springbrook Nature Center offers Nature Camps to educate and build understanding of our natural world. For details see the Nature Camp program. To register or for more information call the Springbrook Nature Center at 763-572-3588. Summer camps include programs for 5-6 year old campers 7-9 year old campers 10-12 year old campers and Gramp campers […]
Watering restrictions + creating sustainable turf and water supply
May 22nd, 2015 knowtheflow During the summer months water use increases for lawn sprinkling. Homeowner water use in July can be six (6) times greater than January. Sudden increased water demand (especially during a dry summer) can exceed a public water system’s capacity causing the water tower to go dry. Odd-even watering bans keep residents from draining the water […]
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Make a healthy splash: share the fun, not the germs
May 18th, 2015 knowtheflow May 18–24, 2015, the week before Memorial Day, marks the eleventh annual Healthy and Safe Swimming Week. Swimming is one of the most popular sports activities in the United States. Pools, waterparks, hot tubs/spas, splash pads, and water playgrounds are great places to have fun, be active, or just relax. Have fun while you swim […]
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Protecting drinking water “everyone has a role to play”
May 6th, 2015 knowtheflow (May, 6, 2015) Commissioner Ehlinger of the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) says that nitrate pollution is a growing problem around MN, but we can take action to protect our drinking water. “Everyone has a role to play.” Nitrate nitrogen (nitrate) comes from many sources, including fertilizers, manure, septic systems, and natural decomposition of organic […]
Posted in Announcements, Good to Know Comments Off on Protecting drinking water “everyone has a role to play” Check the safety of your home/cabin well during Well Water Wise week
May 2nd, 2015 knowtheflow The Anoka County Community Health and Environmental Services (CHES) Department, in cooperation with 15 municipalities and county agencies, is sponsoring the 16th annual “Well Water Wise” (3W) promotion May 4-8, 2015 to encourage residents to check the safety of their private well water. For information on private well testing go to the Anoka County Environmental […]
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