AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoNor’easter Impacts Rhode Island: A rare early-season nor’easter is bringing days of rain, damaging northeast winds (gusts near 60 mph along the south coast), coastal flooding, and beach erosion across Rhode Island and southern New England. Power outages hit the region hard, with more than 70,000 customers without electricity in the Northeast at one point, and Rhode Island saw outages alongside CT, MA, and others. Storm Safety & Travel Disruptions: High wind and coastal flood warnings are in effect, and Rhode Island bridge wind restrictions plus ferry cancellations are adding to weekend disruption. Hazardous Waste Enforcement in Providence: Rhode Island DEM issued a notice of intent to enforce against Electrolizing Inc. for alleged hazardous waste violations at its Houghton Street facility, including labeling, record-keeping, storage time, and spill reporting issues. Pawcatuck River Dam Question: Westerly is still seeking a state response on whether Rhode Island DEM will take over the Potter Hill Dam, a key fish passage barrier on the Pawcatuck River.
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