Information about the Kentucky State University Cooperative Extension Program 2020

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Environment

Compiled by Louis Ross, Kaitlynn Gootee, and Ian Ries

An updated list of current resources for collecting data and reporting potential threats to the environment.

Invasive Plant Threats

  • KY-EPPC list of severe, significant and less threat species
  • KY-EPPC list of least wanted plants
  • KY Fish and Wildlife preventative measures

Non-native Aquatic Species

  • USGS list of non-native aquatic species
  • KY Fish and Wildlife preventative measures

Invasive Species

- KY Energy and Environment Cabinet list of significant threat insects

Plant Disease

- KY Energy and Environment Cabinet list of disease threats

Harmful Algal Blooms

  • KY Energy and Environment Cabinet precautions
  • KY Energy and Environment Cabinet Interactive map to locate HABS in your area

Where to purchase native plants

• KY Native Plant Society comprehensive list

Report a sighting for:

  • Invasive plants, insects, or diseases go to ED-DMAPS and ender data
  • Non-native aquatic species
  • Surviving Ash, Oak, Hemlock, Chestnut and other tree species
  • Harmful Algae Blooms:
  • Contact the KY Division of Wate
  • Call: 502-564-3410 or the 24-hour hotline 502-564-2389 or 1-800-928-2380
  • Email: water@ky.gov or download the app BloomWatch

• Wildfire:

  • Get to a safe area, call 911.
  • Contact your local fire department and Contact your county field official from the KY Energy and Environment Cabinet

County Contacts

  • KY Energy and Environment Cabinet: FAQ page and when to report a problem Contact page with for all departments
  • KY-EPPC contact list Call (800) 858-1549 or (502) 564-3400 or search by county

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