AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoRio Grande Water Deal: The U.S. Supreme Court approved a settlement ending a 13-year fight over Rio Grande water between New Mexico and Texas, setting a long-term framework for surface deliveries and groundwater use below Elephant Butte and shielding taxpayers from major liability. Drought Relief for Farmers: The USDA declared drought disaster status for all 33 New Mexico counties, making ranchers and farmers eligible for low-interest emergency loans up to $500,000, with a Dec. 24, 2026 application deadline. Local Drought Impacts: Corrales declared a village emergency, citing severe fire danger and low river levels that have already forced Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District pump shutdowns. Wildfire Watch: The Seven Cabins Fire in Capitan Mountain is 46% contained as crews push defensible space and mop-up, with thunderstorms possible in higher terrain. Heat & Storms: Forecasts point to warm, dry conditions with scattered storms returning to eastern New Mexico, plus gusty winds and a higher fire-spread risk from low humidity and dry fuels. Water-Use Claims in Doña Ana: Oracle’s “Project Jupiter” responded to concerns about drinking-water use, saying it will use treated non-potable well water for cooling and fuel cells, not public drinking water.
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