AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoHeat & Storm Watch: Rhode Island is under heat advisories as humidity pushes heat indices into the mid/upper 90s, with only a slight chance of pop-up storms later today and a brief break expected Monday. Coastal & Marine Health: NOAA reports a Gulf of Mexico “dead zone” again, measuring about 1,332 square miles—oxygen-starved waters that can stress fish and shellfish. Wildlife & Public Interest: A Rhode Island-linked hammerhead tagging and other shark-tracking updates keep spotlight on local marine life, while a viral two-headed gecko story underscores how rare wildlife anomalies can capture attention. Local Cleanup: Eco-Depot’s household hazardous waste drop-off is set for Aug. 15 in North Kingstown, with appointments required for paints, batteries, pool chemicals, and more. Policy Fight: Clean energy nonprofits sue the EPA over canceled Solar for All funding, arguing the cuts undermine savings, grid resilience, and workforce plans. Health Risk Alert: West Nile risk remains in focus after positive mosquito tests in Rhode Island communities.
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