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Secretaries Vilsack and Jewell Highlight Federal Preparedness for 2013 Western Wildfire Season
MON, MAY 13, 2013, 02:37 PM ESTAgriculture Secretary Vilsack and Interior Secretary Jewell outlined the Federal Government’s efforts to ensure collaboration in protecting Americans from wildfire, and urged homeowners and local communities to reduce risk during the fire season. Read More >
This week at Interior May 10, 2013
FRI, MAY 10, 2013, 04:15 PM ESTInterior releases $475 million to repair damage left by Hurricane Sandy; Secretary Jewell takes in the Offshore Technology Conference; the Department hosts a forum on Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage; and it's time for the Bike to Work Challenge. Watch Video >
Federal Agencies Expand Urban Waterway Revitalization Efforts in Communities Across the Nation
FRI, MAY 10, 2013, 02:55 PM ESTThe Urban Waters Federal Partnership is adding 11 new locations. In addition, two more federal partner agencies will join efforts to restore waterways and their environments, boost recreation, help local economies, create jobs, and protect health. Read More >
DOI News: New National Arctic Strategy Adopts Integrated Arctic Management
FRI, MAY 10, 2013, 02:42 PM ESTToday the White House announced the release of the National Strategy for the Arctic Region, a broad framework that lays out the U.S. Government’s strategic priorities in the Arctic for the next 10 years. Read More >
Media Advisory: Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Interior Secretary Sally Jewell to Host Media Conference Call on the 2013 Wildfire Season Forecast
FRI, MAY 10, 2013, 02:32 PM ESTThis year, significant fire potential is predicted to be above normal in much of the West, including almost all of Arizona, New Mexico, California and Oregon; and portions of Montana, Idaho, Colorado, Utah, and Washington. Read More >