AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoNew World screwworm: Texas and New Mexico cases keep climbing, with APHIS reporting 29 total detections nationwide as of June 24—keeping ranchers and pet owners on alert as quarantines and transport restrictions expand. Flood safety in the Hill Country: Bandera County residents pushed for better flood warning measures after a deadly Lower Mason Creek Road crash, asking for sensor-activated lights at a dark, hard-to-see crossing. Water management fight at Medina Lake: A Medina County conservation group is calling for closure of the Bexar-Medina-Atascosa Irrigation District dam, arguing releases and drought-era practices have blocked recovery and harmed fish and wildlife. Extreme heat and public health: As July 4 approaches, Texans face hot, humid conditions and rising heat risk; officials also warn that heat can turn emergencies deadly, especially for outdoor plans and on-water recreation. Wildlife update: Gracie the missing reticulated giraffe was found safe near Leakey after nearly two weeks on the loose. Local environment watch: Texas Parks and Wildlife and other agencies continue responding to wildlife and water-related incidents, including recent boating deaths statewide.
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