Annapoorani Amarnath, a student at Mendenhall Middle School, was awarded the grand prize in this year s Livermore Water Conservation Art Contest for her colored-pencil illustration of the state flower, the California poppy.
EGLE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) today announced the launch of Drinking Water Awareness Week starting Monday, May 3, which will also include Private Residential Well Awareness Day on May 4. The weeklong series of educational events is designed to help Michiganders understand where their water comes from and provide tips for residents to ensure that their family has healthy drinking water. As stewards of 21% of the world s fresh surface water, my administration has worked tirelessly to ensure that all families have access to clean drinking water, said Governor Gretchen Whitmer. In partnership with EGLE, MDHHS, and MPART, we are proud to launch Drinking Water Awareness Week. Throughout the week, we will help Michiganders learn more about their water supply and continue addressing issues like PFAS, lead, and other contaminants.