AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoDrinking Water Safety: Texarkana issued a boil water notice for customers south of West 15th Street and west of South State Line after a sudden pressure loss, with the advisory staying in place until lab testing clears the water. Extreme Weather: A severe thunderstorm warning hit the Texas Panhandle (including Deaf Smith, Oldham, Potter, and Randall) with 60 mph wind gusts and torrential rain that could trigger flash flooding. Heat & Schools: Texas schools must follow new mandatory wet-bulb heat safety rules for fall athletics, meaning outdoor practices could be delayed, shortened, or canceled when conditions get dangerous. Energy Reliability: The DOE ordered emergency grid actions across 17 states, including Texas, to reduce blackout risk during extreme heat and humidity. Conservation & Public Lands: TPWD is pursuing a 650-acre acquisition in Henderson County for a proposed new East Texas state park on Lake Palestine, with public comments open through Aug. 19. Local Infrastructure: Victoria scheduled multiple road and utility construction projects starting Aug. 3, with daytime closures and traffic delays expected.
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