AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 minutes agoDiesel Spill Update (Loch Raven): Baltimore County says about 2,100 gallons of diesel leaked from a generator at the Towson detention center and reached Long Quarter Branch, a tributary of the Loch Raven Reservoir. Crews have recovered about 1,200 gallons, and officials say there’s no impact to drinking water or wildlife, though residents report a strong fuel odor and are urged to avoid any sheen or diesel-scented water. Wildlife Safety (Black Bears): Maryland DNR warns that black bear sightings will rise as bears feed more heavily before hibernation, with motorists and residents asked to remove food attractants like pet food, trash, and bird feeders. Air Quality (VEIP Kiosks): Maryland expanded its Vehicle Emissions Inspection Program kiosk network, adding a second kiosk in Gaithersburg and planning more across the state to make testing easier and cut harmful pollution. Shellfish Access (Oyster Season): Maryland’s Shellfish Waters and Gears Map is live for oyster season starting Oct. 1, helping harvesters match gear to open waters and check closures. Data Centers (State Oversight): Gov. Wes Moore signed an executive order creating a Maryland Data Center Task Force for large projects (25+ megawatts), with a public dashboard and alignment ratings tied to grid, community voice, environmental protections, and transparency.
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