DNR Warns of Rapidly Deteriorating Ice Conditions on Area Lakes
Warmer temperatures across northwest Iowa have conservation officials warning that ice conditions on area lakes are deteriorating quickly. Iowa Department of Natural Resources Enforcement Officer Blake Mills says lake access […]
DNR Shares Ice Thickness Update for Iowa Great Lakes
It’s that time of year — when ice begins forming on northwest Iowa lakes, and anglers start heading out for ice fishing. But before venturing out, officials are reminding people […]
Water Summary Update: Iowa is Drought Free
Above-average rainfall in July has positive impact on drought monitor.
Drought Conditions Improving
DES MOINES – Drought conditions improved slightly across much of the state due to above-normal precipitation totals in June, according to the latest Water Summary Update. Despite receiving below-normal precipitation […]
DNR Issues Air Quality Advisory Through Thursday
DES MOINES — The Iowa DNR has issued a statewide Air Quality Alert through 6 a.m. Thursday, June 5. The Air Quality Index (AQI) may reach the red or unhealthy category […]
Spring Rainfall Improves Drought Conditions Across Iowa
DES MOINES – Drought conditions have improved across the state despite below-normal rainfall in April, according to the latest Water Summary Update. After a wetter-than normal March, April saw below-average […]
DNR Sets Public Meetings to Recap Hunting, Trapping Seasons
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is hosting a series of town hall-style meetings to provide updates on recent hunting and trapping seasons and discuss possible changes to rules […]