Thursday, April 8, 2021 - 6:06 am
The state Department of Environmental Conservation has announced $650,000 in grant funding is now available to assist eligible dam owners, including municipal dam owners like Potsdam, with infrastructure repair costs.
Funding is provided through the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) High Hazard Potential Dam (HHPD) grant program.
Of the dozens of states that applied to this federal program, New York was one of two states that received the maximum amount of funding. DEC is now accepting applications for grants to assist with technical, planning, design, and other pre-construction activities associated with the rehabilitation of eligible dams classified as High Hazard dams.
Beach warning flags: What does each color mean?
Each colored flag warns beach goers of different hazards in the water
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Orlando, FLA. – The sun is shining, the weather is warming up which means many people will be heading to our local area beaches to enjoy time outside.
We all know you need to pack water for hydration, and several forms of sun protection when heading to the beach but knowing the potential threat beneath the surface is also key to having a safe beach day.
When you first arrive at the beach, take a moment to check on which colored flag is waving. These hazard flags can usually be found around the beach entrance or lifeguard stations. They come in an array of colors, each having a specific message.