AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHeat & Climate: NOAA says July 2026 was the hottest month ever recorded across the contiguous U.S., with record-breaking warm nights—bad news for people and crops that need cooler recovery periods. Chesapeake Bay Health: As the Chesapeake warms, health officials warn that Vibrio is on the rise; Maryland has logged dozens of cases this year, urging caution when swimming. Water Security: A new report highlights how cyberattacks are exposing gaps in water system defenses, renewing calls for stronger protections. Local Flood Resilience: On Maryland’s Eastern Shore, a Verizon resilience grant will help elevate 100 flood-prone homes, building on long-term recovery work after Superstorm Sandy. Wildlife & Public Safety: Cunningham Falls State Park is expanding closures after rabid beaver incidents, and West Virginia is rolling out oral rabies vaccine baits in nearby counties. Storm Watch: Forecasters flag a risk of severe thunderstorms and damaging wind gusts stretching into far western Maryland. Data Centers: Dorchester County approved a one-year moratorium on new data centers in unincorporated areas while it studies impacts.
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