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Portland, Oregon, USA
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The Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works (@ASACivilWorks), Adam Telle, on Tuesday at @USDA discusses the critical role that @USArmy Civil Works is playing in the Trump Administration's (@POTUS) efforts to lower fertilizer prices for our farmers and ranchers.
ALT Mr. Telle stands at a podium among a group of individuals
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Getting back out on the water for the spring? 🌷🌷🌷
Before you go, know that April is Low-Head Dam Public Safety Awareness Month!
Low-head dams, known as “drowning machines,” can cause injury or death if you become trapped in the recirculating current generated by the dam.
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“President Trump has empowered his Administration to work with lightspeed efficiency to make our government deliver more for all Americans," said Adam Telle, the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works (@ASACivilWorks).
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A partnership between @USGS, @PortlandCorps, @OregonState, and @EcologyWA puts dredged material to #beneficialuse, nourishing beaches and stabilizing infrastructure such as jetties while maintaining clear shipping lanes at the #ColumbiaRiver mouth. #coastalchange #coastalerosion
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When is the freezing rain going to arrive? Variability is high because warm fronts tend to move a bit slower. The southern Willamette Valley could start to see freezing rain as early as 12 PM. Rain will shift northward through the evening.
Find your local timing on our website.
ALT Graphic of a map of freezing rain arrivals. Southern Willamette Valley = 12-1pm. Central to Portland = 3-4 PM. SW Washington = 5-6 PM
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ALERT: Toxic algae has been detected on the Willamette River in Portland and waterways at Sauvie Island. Do not swim or play in this water and keep pets away. With toxic algae currently spreading, please remember: "When in Doubt, Stay Out"
ALT Ross Island Lagoon to Riverplace marina toxic algae map
ALT Sauvie Island toxic algae map
ALT Willamette Cove to Cathedral Park toxic algae map
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USACE is launching a pilot program to fully fund small water resources projects for economically disadvantaged communities. Project proposals are due by Aug. 21, 2023. Learn more: usace.army.mil/Missions/Civi…
ALT A screenshot reads: Federal Register. The Daily Journal of the United States Government. Request for Project Proposals Pursuant to Section 165 of the Water Resources Development Act of 2020, Pilot Program for Continuing Authority Projects in Small or Disadvantaged Communities.
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#OnThisDay in 1865, General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, TX to read Order No. 3, which affirmed the end of slavery in the states of the former Confederacy. This momentous occasion has been celebrated as #Juneteenth — a combination of “June” & “19th” — for over 150 years.
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is adding Collier County to Operation Blue Roof, joining Sarasota, Lee & Charlotte counties. To apply, visit BlueRoof.us or call 888-ROOF-BLU (888-766-3258). #Ian #HurricaneIan @USACEHQ @fema
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This #NationalPreparednessMonth, have a game plan ready! Make sure your emergency kit includes:
• Non-perishable food and water that can last several days.
• Flashlights, radios & extra batteries.
• First aid kit.
• Learn more at Ready.gov/kit
#LastingLegacy
ALT Photo of tailgate food, a football and an emergency kit. Text reads, "Preparing for a disaster is as easy as preparing for game day."
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On this day in 1964, the #ColumbiaRiverTreaty was ratified. It enables the US & Canada to cooperatively manage the water resources of the Columbia River Basin for reducing flood risk, generating renewable hydropower & supporting ecosystem benefits. #OneBasinWorkingTogether
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The U.S. Coast Guard is beginning work to pull two derelict boats from the Columbia River between Portland and Vancouver.
katu.com/news/local/coast-gu…
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This #NationalPreparednessMonth, build or update your emergency kit. Consider the needs of everyone in your home, including pets. Start with what you already have, then add to your kit over time to keep it affordable. Learn more: ready.gov/kit
#PlanTodayReadyTomorrow
ALT Make an emergency kit. National Preparedness Month: Plan Today. Ready Tomorrow.
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PNWA joined the @Port_Longview, the @PortofKalama and the @PortlandCorps, along with CRSOA, Columbia River Pilots and Congress, for the signing of their joint agreement to fund a study that will explore turning basin additions and upgrades.
Learn more: lnkd.in/d9SdjTX9
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Due to extreme fire conditions, PGE will initiate a PSPS in all 10 areas. See portlandgeneral.com/psps for shutoff times in your area. Now is the time to activate your emergency plan. (1/2)
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PUBLIC SAFETY POWER SHUTOFF NOTICE:
Dangerous wildfire conditions w/ high winds Fri-Sat afternoon. We will perform a Public Safety Power Shutoff beginning at 5:00 p.m. on Fri Sept 9. Outages will impact:
Camp Ck/Upper Camp Ck
Cedar Flats
Deerhorn
Walterville
Leaburg
Vida
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Thank you to PNWA member Port of Skamania for sharing photos of the Yaquina dredge from the Bonneville Dam. Dredging is a process where built up debris is removed to maintain the authorized safe water depth for vessels.
Learn more about the Port at portofskamania.org/
