When you're a limnologist you worry about lakes and water quality. NRRI's Chris Filstrup was concerned after the 2021 Greenwood Fire and quickly jumped into research mode, launching a study to find out more. This year, that work is even more important. bit.ly/4dAfRj4
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Wildfires could leave lakes murky for years
Research that began after the 2021 Greenwood Fire seeks to understand how wildfires affect a lake’s water quality, and for how long. It also looks at what that means for mercury accumulation in fish.
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May 29, 2025 at 6:32 PM
When you're a limnologist you worry about lakes and water quality. NRRI's Chris Filstrup was concerned after the 2021 Greenwood Fire and quickly jumped into research mode, launching a study to find out more. This year, that work is even more important. bit.ly/4dAfRj4
#FireLakes #NRRI #LCCMR #MNENRTF
#FireLakes #NRRI #LCCMR #MNENRTF
Research shows that forest fires are leaving a lasting mark on MN lakes - elevating nutrient and sediment levels. NRRI's Chris Filstrup is studying lakes in burned watersheds to see how these changes are impacting water quality and the ecosystem.
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The Lakes are not okay: Wildfires Bring Long-Term Damage to Minnesota’s Waters
Meteorologist Lea Zmurko reports on how wildfire smoke is impacting water quality, increasing nutrient levels, and endangering fish populations in MN.
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August 15, 2025 at 9:58 PM
Research shows that forest fires are leaving a lasting mark on MN lakes - elevating nutrient and sediment levels. NRRI's Chris Filstrup is studying lakes in burned watersheds to see how these changes are impacting water quality and the ecosystem.
www.wdio.com/good-morning... #NRRI #FireLakes
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