AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoDrought & Wildlife: Lake Hartwell anglers say prolonged low water is pushing fish into shallower, dustier spots as the Army Corps keeps a lower operating level, while SCDNR says there’s no expected fish-population collapse. PFAS Legal Fight: Corteva’s board approved splitting into Vylor (seeds/genetics) and New Corteva (crop protection), as state attorneys general argue the move could shift liability tied to “forever chemicals.” Public Input vs. Data Centers: A McCormick County council rejected a moratorium as residents warned a proposed 1,000-megawatt data center could consume up to a million gallons of water a day and worsen air pollution. Hurricane Helene Recovery: FEMA announced more South Carolina funding for debris removal, utility repairs, and wastewater resilience projects tied to Helene. Rabies Alerts: SC DPH confirmed rabid animals including a skunk in Anderson and a rabid bat in York, with multiple people and pets exposed and advised to seek care. Energy/Water Infrastructure: FEMA also funded a state assessment of wastewater infrastructure to find hazard-mitigation strategies. Local Environment Watch: A Spartanburg County appeals case dismissed challenges to a conditional RV park approval over whether the court had jurisdiction.
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