AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoFlooding & Water Safety: Flash flooding hit the Grand Canyon again, killing at least two and leaving more than a dozen missing as officials barred tourists from staying inside the park and issued emergency water restrictions after damage to the canyon’s only water pipeline. Monsoon Watch (NM): Forecasters warn western and central New Mexico could see marginal-to-slight excessive rainfall risk, with flash flooding possible where storms repeat over the same areas. Fentanyl Enforcement Scrutiny (NM): House Oversight Republicans opened an investigation into a DEA strategy that monitored major fentanyl shipments without seizing them, echoing New Mexico concerns raised by whistleblowers and a state AG lawsuit seeking records. Methane & Oil/Gas Leaks: New Mexico filed a methane rule aimed at catching big oil and gas leaks faster and cutting wasted fuel. Local Infrastructure: NMDOT kicked off a nearly $1.3M pavement preservation project on NM 96 near Gallina, with lane closures and work through Sept. 10. Community Response: Albuquerque’s Nepali community canceled a major festival and held a candlelight vigil after flooding in Nepal killed and displaced families.
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