AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoNor’easter Impacts Rhode Island: A powerful early-season nor’easter kept pounding the Northeast into Monday, with Rhode Island seeing gusts over 70 mph around Block Island and heavy rain that worsened coastal flooding and beach erosion. Power & Safety Warnings: Across the region, tens of thousands lost power at peak, and officials urged residents to avoid floodwaters and use generators safely—especially to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. Coastal Wildlife & Flood Surprises: In Surf City, NJ, floodwater reportedly carried a small harmless shark (smooth dogfish) ashore, a reminder of how storms can disrupt marine life and habitats. Solar for All Win in RI: A federal judge ordered the revival of Rhode Island’s $7 billion Solar for All program after the EPA canceled it, ruling the agency exceeded its authority—though the money may still be tied up in review or appeal. PFAS Food Packaging Fight: Sen. Maggie Hassan reintroduced a bill to ban PFAS chemicals from food wrappers and packaging, renewing pressure on “forever chemicals” linked to health risks.
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