FIRE BAN IN EFFECT In response to the continued elevated risk of wildfires, DEM has issued a fire ban at all State Parks, campgrounds, and management areas until further notice. The ban is effective as of today (10/28/24) and includes campfires in designated campfire areas, including charcoal fires and cooking fires. This preventative measure applies to all DEM-managed lands and aims to reduce the threat of human-caused wildfires. DEM will continue to monitor and evaluate conditions to determine when the ban can be lifted. Together we can protect our communities and keep first responders safe by reducing the risk of wildfires: 📞 Call 911 if you spot a fire/smoke. Timely information is critical to contain fires before they spread. 🔥 Remember, any outdoor fire is a potential source for a wildfire. Be careful with cigarettes and ashes. When disposing of wood stove ashes, put the ashes in a metal bucket of water. 🚒 Check with your local fire department for any other restrictions and permitting information. 🚨 Stay informed and find resources at dem.ri.gov/wildfirestatus.
Freshwater Wetlands Program Bruce Ahern, Principal Environmental Scientist 235 Promenade Street Providence, RI 02908-5767 (401) 537-4431 Stephen Tyrrell, Supervising Environmental Scientist 235 Promenade Street Providence, RI 02908-5767 (401) 537-4479 Contact OC&I via E-Mail This program investigates citizen complaints and referrals from DEM divisions and offices relating to freshwater wetlands. Primary Resources Wetland Fact Sheets Wetlands by Watershed Status and Trends What Makes a Freshwater Wetland Wetlands in Your Backyard Rules and Regulations Governing the Administration and Enforcement of the Freshwater Wetlands Act Frequently Asked Questions about DEM's Freshwater Wetlands Program (and answers) PDF file, about 2mbmegabytes Common Questions from Real Estate Agents (and answers) PDF file, less than 1mbmegabytes Report an Environmental Complaint DEM's Office of Compliance and Inspection (OC&I) investigates complaints and suspected violations of environmental laws and regulations and performs compliance monitoring of regulated activities. Compliance with environmental laws, rules, regulations, permits and licenses is enforced through both informal and formal enforcement actions. Note: Complaints are public records and information you forward to OC&I will be available for public review UNLESS you advise us that you wish to remain anonymous. Report via Email After hours emergency: 401-222-3070
Frequently Asked Questions about DEM's Freshwater Wetlands Program (and answers) PDF file, about 2mbmegabytes