MD Environment

Today is Endangered Species day, @marylanddnr tracks 1,250+ native plants and animals in Maryland that need conservation. Of these, 566 species/subspecies are state-listed as endangered, threatened, in need of conservation, or extirpated. buff.ly/iBMRgTg Photo D. D. Boone

Join the meeting this evening: On a computer: buff.ly/AwGTAEh By phone: 815-669-9964, PIN 266 871 335#. If you join by phone you won’t be able to view materials, but you can comment when called on.

NEWS RELEASE: Maryland Department of the Environment Issues Drought Warning for Large Areas of the State Due to Persistent Rainfall Deficits   Read more here: news.maryland.gov/mde/2026/05/14…

Written comments accepted through 5/21/26 shannon.heafey@maryland.gov.

Don't forget tonight's meeting! Register to attend virtually until 3 p.m. Curtis Bay Recreation Center, 1630 Filbert St, Baltimore Virtual: register here buff.ly/kEfiYfK Review the draft permit and documents: buff.ly/BXcSPMO

Reminder: Meeting 5/18 at 7pm to share info on the Potomac Interceptor. Whether you’re familiar or new, join us as we focus on science-based data and long-term restoration. Hybrid — register: buff.ly/eMpXTHA

Protecting Maryland’s environment isn't a 9-to-5 job. Asst. Sec. of EJ & our Dir. or Land spent their Saturday with the Piscataway Hills community to discuss the JBA fuel leak. Proud of our team for staying connected with the neighbors we serve, even on a weekend. 🏠🛡️

Are you curious about the air quality in Maryland? Then go see our 2026 Clean Air Progress Report which provides a recap of clean air progress in 2025 in the state of Maryland. buff.ly/SAQ6KGj

Live in Hyattsville? Then this meeting is for you! Attend virtually at: meeting link: buff.ly/rheCLLc, Meeting ID: 222 088 542 666 14, Passcode: rv2dT28L, Telephone Dial In: +1 434-338-7174, 446523086#

Here are the latest sampling results from the Potomac Interceptor incident. E. Coli levels remain below the recreational threshold. For more information please visit our website MDE.Maryland.gov

Most of Maryland is in moderate or severe drought. 🚿 Take showers, not baths. 🚰 Don't run water while brushing, washing face or shaving. 💦 Run dishwashers and washers when full. 🌱 Avoid wasting water waiting for hot water. 💧 Don't leave sprinklers or hoses unattended.

Happy Mother’s Day to the original provider—Mother Earth 🌎💚 From the Chesapeake Bay to our forests, streams, and neighborhoods, Maryland’s natural beauty sustains us every day.

Have you planted a tree this spring? Have you registered it to help us reach our goal of 5 million new trees in Maryland by 2031? If not, do it today - it's fast, free and anonymous buff.ly/jQ4Op87

MDE is holding a hybrid hearing on May 14 (6:30 PM) regarding a Air Quality Permit renewal in Curtis Bay. 🌬️ ✅ Attend in person at Curtis Bay Rec Center ✅ Attend virtually (Register: buff.ly/dnynT5p) ✅ Review draft: buff.ly/0cNgTSd Comments due by May 21!

See you tomorrow in Canton!

May 3-9 is Hurricane Preparedness Week, sponsored by @NWS, a valuable partner of the @MDHealthDept. With warmer weather arriving in June, it is time to prepare for hurricane season. Take these steps to ensure that your family is prepared for a hurricane: buff.ly/IVFqtEk

Are you interested in learning more about how you can Reduce Your Use of fossil fuels in and around Baltimore City? Then come hang out with us Saturday morning at the Canton Waterfront Park where we'll be joined by @limebike. buff.ly/xvKVZKU

According to @MDHealthDept almost 7% of children and 11% of adults in Maryland have asthma. On this world asthma day take care of your loved ones by downloading the AirNow app and checking the air quality data which comes from us! Or access the data here: buff.ly/1nGEmyH

Please join us May 18, 7pm to exchange information on the Potomac Interceptor. Whether you’ve followed the project or are new, we want to see you. We’re moving beyond past events to focus on science-based data and long-term restoration. hybrid, register: buff.ly/ncb1pS1

Recycling varies by county and sometimes even by neighborhood . You can check with your local Dept of Public Works or the recycling coordinator to make sure you are recycling right. buff.ly/ZjSJ6O9