AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoWildfire recovery in eastern NM: Quay County declared a disaster after wildfires burned over 30,000 acres near Nara Visa, aiming to unlock state aid for ranchers and others; officials also reiterated a burn ban as drought continues to drive large losses. Air pollution and fire risk at recycling sites: In Albuquerque’s South Valley, crews responded to a blaze at a recycling yard that’s the second fire there in a month, sending a visible smoke plume and triggering a health alert; residents were told to turn off evaporative coolers and avoid outdoor activity. Water stress across the West: Experts warn another warm, dry winter could leave Colorado River reservoirs nearly dry, underscoring the need for major, lasting cuts in water use across the basin. PFAS rules move forward in NM: New Mexico finalized a rule tightening restrictions on intentionally added PFAS in consumer products, with an effective July 1 start and future sales limits for multiple product categories. Uranium mining scrutiny: Sen. Ben Ray Luján pressed the U.S. Forest Service chief over a proposed Canjilon uranium mine, questioning whether exploration plans have the needed approvals. Heat and storm outlook: Forecasts point to hot conditions with storm chances and a growing heavy-rain concern that could raise flood risk in parts of eastern NM.
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