AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoInvasive Species Alert: USDA confirmed new New World screwworm cases tied to Texas and New Mexico, including a dog in Lea County, raising alarms for livestock and wildlife and prompting plans for sterile fly releases and tighter movement rules. Wildfire & Drought Watch: A lightning-caused Hausner Fire broke out in the Zuni Mountains as Cibola County remains under severe drought stress, with smoke potentially visible near major highways. Water & Climate Resilience: A new report says U.S. grid planners are treating extreme heat as a baseline condition, not a rare risk, as drought, demand growth, and fuel concerns strain aging infrastructure. Plastic Pollution Health Risk: A UNM-linked study reports microplastics in human brain tissue associated with dementia and cardiovascular risk, with plastic burden rising over time. Local Governance & Resources: Socorro County residents and New Mexico Tech are at odds over a proposed large data center and solar buildout, with community pressure pushing for stronger protections for water and land.
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