Rhode Island Dept of Environmental Management

He's been watching over Rhode Island since 1899. We figured he earned a beach day. #GovBayDay

⚠ #AirQuality is expected to reach unhealthy levels statewide today (7/26) due to fine particles from Canadian wildfire smoke. Smoke is expected to linger, but fine particle levels to drop to upper moderate on the Air Quality Index on Sunday. 🔗 dem.ri.gov/press-releases…

⚠ @RIHEALTH and DEM are advising people to avoid contact with Meshanticut Lake in Cranston due to a cyanobacteria bloom. dem.ri.gov/press-releases…

🚨 Shellfish Area Closure Alert From July 26 through sunrise August 2, DEM is preemptively closing 700 acres of shellfishing grounds off Prudence Island due to the risk of sewage discharges from an expected large gathering of boats. 🔗 dem.ri.gov/press-releases…

The US National Weather Service Boston MA has issued a ‼️Heat Advisory‼️today 7/24/2025 11AM to 7/25/2025 8PM for Rhode Island. Visit inws.ncep.noaa.gov/a/a.php?i=1178… for more information. Drink plenty of fluids, avoid the heat, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and…

Today @GovDanMcKee signed an Executive Order declaring Sunday, July 27, RI’s 36th Annual #GovBayDay. 🏖 Free parking at state beaches & free @RIPTA_RI 🚌beach bus service on 7/27. 🎣 License-free recreational saltwater fishing 7/25-7/27 🔗 Learn more riparks.ri.gov/beaches/govern…

Let's hit the beach! 🚌🌊 The 36th annual #GovBayDay is this Sunday, July 27. Beach goers can enjoy FREE service on RIPTA's Express Beach Bus thanks to funding from the @RhodeIslandDEM. For the bus schedule, visit: bit.ly/3IGG3NQ

'Tis the season for #GovBayDay—Sunday, July 27! 🅿️Free parking at all State beaches 🎣Free saltwater fishing (no license needed) 🚌Free @RIPTA_RI beach bus service

If you’re heading to the beach, always swim near a lifeguard and know how to spot rip currents. If caught in one, don’t panic — swim parallel to the shore until you’re out of the current, then head back in. Stay safe and enjoy the water responsibly! #SafetyStartsNow

Project Completion Announcement! OER is excited to share that the Lead by Example team, in collaboration with DEM, has successfully completed a new solar and battery installation at the Narragansett Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve on Prudence Island. The project doubled…

Supporting agriculture is key to building a sustainable future for Rhode Island. Together with @RhodeIslandDEM and @EnergyRI, we've invested $400,000 across 23 farms—like Lavender Waves Farm in SK—for cleaner & more affordable energy options. independentri.com/news/article_c…

⚠ @RIHEALTH and DEM Lift Advisory at Wilson Reservoir and Recommend Avoiding Contact with All Roger Williams Park Ponds. More info: dem.ri.gov/press-releases…

Heat and humidity will peak today but last into Thursday.

Heat and humidity will increase today, peaking on Wednesday, but lasting into Thursday.

RI is planning for the future & they need your voice. Join the 2nd Community Forum for Resilient Rhody 2025 Weaver Library (Program Room, East Providence) Thurs., July 17th, 5:30 - 7:00 PM RSVP: bit.ly/RICoastPlan Learn more: climatechange.ri.gov/resilient-rhody @RhodeIslandDEM

The US National Weather Service Boston MA has issued a ‼️Heat Advisory‼️tomorrow 7/15/2025 11AM to 7/17/2025 7PM for Rhode Island. Visit inws.ncep.noaa.gov/a/a.php?i=1174… for more information. Drink plenty of fluids, avoid the heat, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and…

Press release: Between mid-July and mid-August, the RIDOH, Brown Dermatology, and partners statewide will be making free skin cancer screenings available at select Rhode Island parks and beaches on four dates. Learn more: ri.gov/press/view/493…

Rhode Island is expected to get another storm system consisting of some strong winds and heavy rain. Be sure to charge all electronic devices and prepare for potential power outages.

The @NWSBoston has issued a ‼️Flood Watch‼️ for Rhode Island today 7/8/25 from 2:00PM to 7/9/25 2:00AM. Thunderstorms may lead to localized flash flooding in areas. A ‼️Heat Advisory‼️is also in affect through 8:00PM today for Rhode Island. Hot and humid temperatures may lead…

If you work outside, extreme heat can quickly become dangerous. Take steps to protect yourself from dehydration, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. 💧 Drink LOTS of water throughout the day—don’t wait until you’re thirsty. 🧊 Wear a cold cloth or a frozen T-shirt around your…