environmental officials
Coverage of environmental officials in the Nexus archive.
- Likud minister reclassifies crocodile as ‘tended,’ paving way for Ben Gvir’s prison plan
Likud minister Silman reclassified crocodiles as 'tended' to enable Ben Gvir’s prison plan, which involves prisons surrounding facilities with crocodiles, despite opposition from environmental officials. The decision was made despite her ministry's legal adviser's objections.
- People seen climbing out of Brooklyn sewers pose no threat to public, NYPD says
Groups of men were observed entering and exiting sewers in Brooklyn, prompting NYPD investigations. Authorities confirmed no public threat and suspect the individuals were searching for valuables in the sewage system. No arrests or injuries were reported, and similar incidents have occurred in recent years.
- Jersey Shore beach roped off to protect nesting birds just in time for Memorial Day weekend
A pair of American Oystercatchers have nested in Belmar, New Jersey, prompting environmental officials to rope off the beach area to protect the birds and their eggs during Memorial Day weekend.