AGP Executive Report
Last update: 41 minutes agoWildfire Update: The lightning-sparked Deer Canyon Fire in Torrance County is at about 117 acres and 15% contained; crews are working the eastern perimeter, with Jumano Trail still at Set evacuation status and other residents at Ready as hot, dry weather continues. Heat & Fire Weather: An Impact Heat advisory is in effect for Albuquerque and much of New Mexico, with Red Flag fire danger warnings in parts of the region and a watch for dry lightning and gusty storms. Invasive Pest Watch: New World screwworm has been confirmed in Texas and one case in New Mexico; USDA/partners are urging livestock producers to monitor closely and report suspected cases quickly. Water & Habitat: Audubon New Mexico is running a pilot to support small wetland habitats along the Rio Grande by releasing limited water through outfalls as flows drop. Energy Infrastructure: SunZia—wind plus a 550-mile transmission line running from New Mexico to Arizona—is now fully operational, delivering power to the western grid. Local Public Lands: Gila, Lincoln and Cibola national forests are seeking volunteers for a Southern New Mexico Resource Advisory Committee to guide rural funding for projects like watershed restoration and weed control. Community Event: Pajarito Environmental Education Center will host a free pollinator-focused screening of “The Little Things That Run the World” on June 25 in Los Alamos.
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