Consultation or 'rubber-stamping'? Proposed gold mine raises questions about Quebec's mining laws
A proposed multi-pit gold mine is sparking concern among members of the nearby Anishinaabe First Nation in Lac-Simon, who say the expansion puts local water systems and wildlife at risk. Advocates say the dispute reflects a larger problem with the regulations surrounding mining in Quebec.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/montreal/gold-mine-novador-lac-simon-anishnabe-nation-9.7212751?cmp=rss
Consultation or 'rubber-stamping'? Proposed gold mine raises questions about Quebec's mining laws
A proposed multi-pit gold mine is sparking concern among members of the nearby Anishinaabe First Nation in Lac-Simon, who say the expansion puts local water systems and wildlife at risk. Advocates say the dispute reflects a larger problem with the regulations surrounding mining in Quebec.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/montreal/gold-mine-novador-lac-simon-anishnabe-nation-9.7212751?cmp=rss

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Malware Targets Israeli Water Systems with Precision Attacks

A newly discovered malware strain called ZionSiphon is threatening Israeli water systems with precision attacks, leaving experts concerned about the vulnerability of critical infrastructure. This sophisticated code can infiltrate and manipulate the machines that control pumps and filters, putting a city's taps at risk.

https://osintsights.com/malware-targets-israeli-water-systems-with-precision-attacks?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=social

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Malware Targets Israeli Water Systems with Precision Attacks

Learn how to protect water systems from ZionSiphon malware, a new threat targeting Israeli infrastructure, and take action to secure your operational technology now.

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Feds Warn of Iranian Cyberattacks on US Energy, Water Systems

US government agencies have issued an urgent warning that Iranian hackers are launching targeted cyberattacks on America's energy and water infrastructure, posing a serious threat to the communities that rely on them. These attacks have already caused harm to victims in the past month, highlighting the need for immediate vigilance.

https://osintsights.com/feds-warn-of-iranian-cyberattacks-on-us-energy-water-systems

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Feds Warn of Iranian Cyberattacks on US Energy, Water Systems

Feds warn of Iranian cyberattacks on US energy and water systems, urging immediate action to protect critical infrastructure from disruptive threats. Learn more now.

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100-Year-Old Way to Filter #Rainwater in a Barrel

by Linda Holliday
February 25, 2015

"During our boiling, broiling, blistering summer of 2012 here in the Missouri Ozarks, water was a topic of conversation wherever we went. Creeks and ponds dried up (some never recovered) and the water table dropped, forcing a few neighbors to have their well pumps lowered or to even have deeper wells drilled.

"Many folks shared memories of rain barrels, cisterns, hand pumps and drawing water with a well bucket as a child, usually on grandpa and grandma’s farm. Some said they’d never want to rely again on those old-time methods of getting water. But, at least they knew how it was done.

"It seems we have lost much practical knowledge in the last 50 or so years because we thought we’d never need it again. Now we are scrambling to relearn those simple know-hows.

"A tattered, 4-inch thick, 1909 book I happily secured for $8 in a thrift store reveals, among umpteen-thousand other every-day skills, how to make homemade water filters. The instructions in 'Household Discoveries and Mrs. Curtis’s Cookbook' are quite basic as everyone had a rain barrel back then and presumably knew how to clean the water. Now, 104 years later, I am thankful the authors had the foresight to preserve their knowledge for us, and pointed out that rainwater collected in barrels from a roof is a necessity in some locations, but also is best for laundry and 'often more wholesome for drinking purposes than hard water.' "

Learn more:
https://www.askaprepper.com/way-filter-rainwater-barrel/

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100-Year-Old Way to Filter Rainwater in a Barrel

During our boiling, broiling, blistering summer of 2012 here in the Missouri Ozarks, water was a topic of conversation wherever

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US #EPA - #SoakUpTheRain Program for #NewEngland: #RainBarrels

Last updated on January 13, 2026

"Rain barrels capture water from a roof and hold it for later use such as on lawns, gardens or indoor plants. Collecting roof runoff in rain barrels reduces the amount of water that flows from your property. It's a great way to conserve water and it's free water for use in your landscape.

Many cities and towns distribute rain barrels to residents through annual sales. Other sources include online retailers, local home and garden supply stores. Cisterns are also used to 'harvest' rain water. With a greater storage capacity they may be located above or below ground.

#RainwaterHarvesting, U.S. EPA Green Infrastructure

Note: Remember that as rain water flows over a roof surface it can pick up pollutants such as bacteria from birds and other animals, and chemicals from roof materials - factors to consider when thinking about using rain barrel water on edible plantings. Some links with information and suggestions are included below:

- Rain Barrels Part IV: Testing and Applying #HarvestedWater to Irrigate a Vegetable Garden, Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, 2013
- The Importance of Operation and Maintenance for the Long-Term Success of Green Infrastructure, U.S. EPA, 2013
- Appendix A includes information about rain barrels and #cisterns.

Information About Rain Barrels

Local resources for:

#Connecticut
#Maine
#Massachusetts
#NewHampshire
#RhodeIsland
#Vermont "

Read more:
https://www.epa.gov/soakuptherain/soak-rain-rain-barrels

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Soak Up the Rain: Rain Barrels | US EPA

Find resources and learn how to install, use and maintain a rain barrel to collect rain water when it rains and help to reduce stormwater runoff from your property.

US EPA

#Cistern #WaterSystems: How They Work and Why They’re Useful

By Robert Maxwell
Updated on Sep. 26, 2025

"Has your interest in alternative water systems made you ask, what is a cistern? Read on to learn about this ancient way to store and supply water.

The basic idea of a cistern water system, which collects and stores water in or near a home, goes back centuries. In some parts of #WesternAsia, archeologists discovered lime plaster cisterns in the floors of houses that were at least 5,000 years old. Ancient #Romans also used cisterns beneath their houses to catch, filter and store #rainwater.

A cistern is a closed tank, somewhat like a septic tank, but the similarities end there. Instead of sewage, it collects rainwater for household use or irrigation. A home with a well might have a large tank to store water to prevent the well pump from having to work all the time. In some cases, you could consider that tank a cistern, but according to longtime plumber Danny Pen, most cisterns are buried."

Read more:
https://www.familyhandyman.com/article/what-is-a-cistern-water-system/

#SolarPunkSunday #AncientTechnology #ModernAdaptations #Cistern #WaterIsLife #RainwaterCollection #RainwaterCisterns

Cistern Water Systems: How They Work and Why They’re Useful

Has your interest in alternative water systems made you ask, what is a cistern? Read on to learn about this ancient way to store and supply water.

Family Handyman

Cyber risk exposure within water and wastewater systems continues to evolve.

Operational technology environments, aging infrastructure, and fragmented utility ownership increase the challenge of implementing consistent cybersecurity controls. Recent advisories have highlighted common weaknesses such as exposed interfaces and limited access controls.

Even without mandatory regulation, foundational practices - patching, access management, incident response planning, and OT segmentation - remain effective risk reducers.

What practical cybersecurity measures have you seen work in resource-constrained environments?

Engage in the discussion and follow @technadu for objective infosec reporting.

Source: https://www.fticonsulting.com/insights/articles/understanding-cyber-risks-flooding-water-wastewater-systems-sector

#InfoSec #OTSecurity #CriticalInfrastructure #CyberRisk #WaterSystems #CyberResilience #TechNadu

#israel #palestine : #war / #gaza / #water / #report / #warcrimes

„In the #WestBank there were numerous reports of Israeli #settlers destroying water pipelines and tanks and attacking Palestinian farmers.
In Gaza the Israeli military destroyed more than 30 wells in (…) Rafah and Khan Yunis.
Gleick noted that when the #InternationalCriminalCourt issued arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders (…) the charges mentioned Israeli military attacks on Gaza #watersystems.“
https://www.latimes.com/environment/story/2025-11-26/la-enviro-violence-over-water

Violence over water is on the rise, reached a record last year

Violence over water is on the rise worldwide. Researchers counted a record 420 incidents of conflict in 2024, many in Ukraine and the Middle East.

Los Angeles Times