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Drought conditions improved in the summer months across the state but then degraded again with a dry fall, according to the latest Water Summary Update.

The DNR Water Quality Bureau has the following draft water use permits posted for public review.

The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review.

DNR staff work with individuals, businesses and communities to help them protect our natural resources by complying with state and federal laws.

DES MOINES – The Natural Resource Commission (NRC) of the Iowa DNR will host its monthly meeting virtually, beginning at 9:30 a.m., on Jan. 8.

With a couple of above average temperatures forecast this week, the Iowa DNR reminds all paddlers that water temperatures remain dangerously cold.