AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoHeat & Storms: A long, dangerous heatwave is set to expand across the lower Great Lakes and Ohio/Mississippi River valleys, with high humidity making it feel even hotter ahead of the Fourth of July. Severe Weather Record: Illinois is reporting 172 confirmed tornadoes in 2026, including 70 in April, driven by heat, humidity, and the right atmospheric setup. Flooding Aftermath (Indiana): Monroe Lake is 12 feet above normal and all beaches are closed until at least late July, though boating remains open with safety cautions. Clean Water & Pollution Fight: Indiana is part of a 17-state lawsuit challenging California’s plastic packaging law, arguing it unlawfully forces nationwide compliance. Coal Ash Rules: A guest column warns proposed coal ash rules could threaten Indiana groundwater, citing contamination risks from unlined disposal sites. Local Water Infrastructure: Northwest Indiana crews are building a database of culverts and other stream structures to see whether they help or hinder water flow and wildlife movement. Animal Health: Elanco says it’s preparing for New World screwworm after the first U.S. livestock case was confirmed in Texas.
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