// Workers AI · dad joke modeWhy was 1966 a gas in the environment? It was a smoggy year.
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This is a list of notable events relating to the environment in 1966. They relate to environmental law, conservation, environmentalism and environmental issues.
Events
[edit]- A number of protected areas were established in 1966, including the Allagash Wilderness Waterway in Maine,[1] Éamon de Valera Forest in Israel,[2] and Gamla Varberg nature reserve in Sweden.[3]
- Hari Singh reconstitutes the Indian Forest Service.
November
[edit]- An unusually strong Sirocco caused the 1966 flood of the Arno and 1966 Venice flood on November 4, destroying many priceless buildings and works of art.
Births
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Deaths
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See also
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References
[edit]- ↑ "Allagash Wilderness Waterway". State of Maine, Department of Agriculture, Conservation & Forestry. Retrieved 1 March 2026.
The Allagash Wilderness Waterway (AWW) was established by the Maine Legislature in 1966 to preserve, protect, and enhance the natural beauty, character, and habitat of a unique area.
- ↑ "Irish Jews Dedicate Forest in Israel in Tribute to De Valera". The Archive of the Jewish Telegraphic Agency (JTA). August 22, 1966. Retrieved 1 March 2026.
- ↑ "Naturreservatet Gamla Varberg". Halland County Council. Archived from the original on March 14, 2010. Retrieved 1 March 2026.