AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCoastal Flooding: Storm Rachel brought dangerous waves and flooding to Southern California. Newport Beach closed piers and some beaches, while San Diego crews cleared storm drains ahead of heavy rain. Redwoods Under Heat Stress: A UC Davis study found coast redwood leaves dial back photosynthesis during extreme heat, raising concern for forests already facing a warming climate. El Niño Readiness: California declared a state of emergency as forecasters warned of heightened flood and sea-level-rise risks; officials are urging residents to prepare for severe impacts. Water and Energy Policy: A judge struck down California’s fracking ban and ordered permit reviews, while new state rules tie data-center approvals to water-use disclosures and drought planning. Local Pollution: Central Valley cities ranked high in an asthma report, underscoring the region’s persistent air-quality burden.
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