Turkey Vultures are large birds, tipping the scales at 2-5 lbs and a 4-6’ wingspan. They can float in the air for hours at a time on thermal updrafts and have been reported by airplane pilots at 20,000ft in altitude. #OneAlbuquerque | #WildlifeWednesday

The Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Air Quality Program is issuing a Health Alert due to ozone. Those with respiratory conditions in the City of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County should limit outdoor activity. Effective: 4PM, 7/29 Expires: 8PM, 7/29

Between 15 and 24 in Albuquerque? Work with youth or on climate? Join us tomorrow, Wednesday 7/30, from 12:00 - 1:00 PM MT for our 1st co-design session for the Youth Climate Action Fund! RSVP: https://ow.ly/5FMa50ZuuPi Join the Teams meeting: https://ow.ly/VK2F50ZuuPl Bloomberg Philanthropies

Today we’re talking about an animal with a need for speed--one that can top out at over 30 MPH! Your best bets to find them are places like the Dragonfly Sanctuary Pond at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Gardens, the Tingley Beach Catch & Release Pond and the Rio Grande Nature Center. #OneAlbuquerque

#BeatTheHeat, Burqueños! Heat stroke is a medical emergency. Watch for high body temp, confusion, and a fast, strong pulse. Call 911, move to a cool area, use cool cloth, and no drinks until help arrives. Let’s look out for each other this summer. #OneAlbuquerque

The Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Air Quality Program is issuing a Health Alert due to ozone. Those with respiratory conditions in the City of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County should limit outdoor activity. Effective: 2:30PM, 7/26 Expires: 8PM, 7/26

The Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Air Quality Program is issuing a Health Alert due to ozone. Those with respiratory conditions in the City of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County should limit outdoor activity. Effective: 4:45 PM, 7/25 Expires: 8 PM, 7/25

Join us for the first of two Co-Design sessions this Thursday, July 30 at noon! Details at www.cabq.gov/YouthClimateGrant. This program is made possible by @BloombergDotOrg. #OneAlbuquerque #YCAF #ClimateAction

We’re serving up some facts for #NationalMothWeek! Our desert landscape wouldn’t be the same without the yucca moth. Yucca moths are the sole pollinator for yucca plants, and neither the moth nor the plant can survive without the other! #OneAlbuquerque | #WildlifeWednesday

Heat exhaustion can sneak up fast. Watch for heavy sweating, muscle cramps, clammy skin, and a weak pulse. Help your neighbor: get to a cool spot, loosen clothing, sip water, and use cool, wet cloths. In emergencies, call 911. #BeatTheHeat | #OneAlbuquerque

Upcoming events for the YCAF program: 🗒️Info Session: 7/22, 10-11 AM 🗒️Virtual Co-Design Session: 7/30, 12-1 PM 🗒️ In-Person Co-Design Session 8/20 🗒️ Office Hours (Virtual): Wednesdays from 4-5 PM from 8/5 until 9/2 Info: www.cabq.gov/YouthClimateGrant. Bloomberg Philanthropies | #OneAlbuquerque

Now Accepting Applications! Youth ages 15-24 could receive a grant between $1000-5000 for a climate related project. Check out our website for more information (link in bio): www.cabq.gov/YouthClimateGrant @bloombergdotorg | #OneAlbuquerque | #YCAF | #ClimateAction

Today is #WorldSnakeDay! The best thing to do is to just leave snakes alone, especially in City Open Space or undeveloped areas. Call 311 for assistance, if you encounter a snake on your property and are uncomfortable with it, or suspect it may be venomous (rattlesnakes). #OneAlbuquerque

Here's some tips on keeping you and your family safe: Avoid eating high-risk raw items such as berries, leafy greens, cilantro, and basil during outbreaks or if immune-compromised. Call 311 to report suspected foodborne illness or waterborne illness. Call 911 in an emergency. #OneAlbuquerque

Website now live! Applications will be opening soon. www.cabq.gov/YouthClimateGrant #OneAlbuquerque | #ABQSustainability | #ABQYouth | #YCAF | #ClimateAction This grant program is in collaboration with Bloomberg Philanthropies

Feeling the heat? ☀️ There are many ways to stay cool around the city. If you need extra help on extreme heat days, call *311 for resources or 911 in emergencies. More tips and resources: https://ow.ly/UaQg50ZmA3b #OneAlbuquerque | #BeatTheHeat

You may have heard this in the news. Cyclospora is a germ that can cause stomach illness after eating contaminated food. Symptoms usually start 2-14 days after exposure and may include watery diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and tiredness. For emergencies, call 911. #PublicHealth

If you or your pet get sprayed-- don’t fret! Check out cabq.gov/skunks for a de-skunking recipe safe for pets and humans of all sizes. Call 311: The Urban Biology Division can offer advice for keeping skunks off your property, including a FREE, customized yard audit. #OneAlbuquerque

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#DYK? Summer heat can be dangerous for pets. Make sure they have access to shade and water. Never leave them in the car, they can get heat stroke too. Share these tips and help keep our four-legged friends safe! #OneAlbuquerque | #BeatTheHeat

Grilling with friends this holiday weekend? Keep your snacks safe—wash your hands, don’t mix raw and cooked foods, and chill leftovers promptly. Celebrate together, safely! #OneAlbuquerque | #FoodSafety

The Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Air Quality Program is issuing a Health Alert due to smoke. Those with respiratory conditions in the City of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County should limit outdoor activity. Effective: 3PM, 7/2/26 Expires: 10AM, 7/3/26

Make a splash this 4th of July weekend—safely!🏊‍♂️ Keep your pool day fun by following these simple tips: sunscreen, supervision, swimming skills, and more. Remember: Safe pools = happy memories! #OneAlbuquerque | #4thofJuly | #PoolSafety

Cliff Swallows have once again arrived during their spring migration to Albuquerque and the rest of North America, settling throughout town but most commonly along the Rio Grande and other popular water sources. Take photos, but do not disturb! #OneAlbuquerque | #WildlifeWednesday

Ready to beat the heat, Burqueños? 🌞💦 Grab your water bottle, throw on some shades, and don’t forget the sunscreen! Keep cool and stay safe while you enjoy the outdoors. #OneAlbuquerque | #BeatTheHeat

CABQ has been selected by Bloomberg Philanthropies to join the Youth Climate Action Fund, which will give young residents (ages 15 to 24) the chance to lead climate-focused projects though a mini-grant program that launches mid-July. Stay tuned! #OneAlbuquerque | #ABQYouth4Climate | #YCAF

June is #NationalPollinatorsMonth! Pollinators play a major and unsung role in our everyday lives by keeping the world moving, ecosystems healthy, and all of us fed! One in 3 bites of food you consume every day exists solely because of pollinators. #OneAlbuquerque

Help us fight the bite this mosquito season. Reduce your risk of mosquito bites and the chances of West Nile. More information: https://www.nmhealth.org/news/safety/2026/6/?view=2346 #onealbuquerque

The Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Air Quality Program is issuing a Health Alert due to dust. Those with respiratory conditions in the City of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County should limit outdoor activity. Effective: 10:30AM, 6/18 Expires: 2PM, 6/18

Today we’re enjoying watching one of the most iconic butterflies the city has to offer float by—the Two-tailed Swallowtail! They do look rather similar to their cousins the Tiger Swallowtail, but the 2nd ‘tail’ is what sets them apart. #WildlifeWednesday | #OneAlbuquerque