AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoHurricane Watch: NOAA is forecasting a below-average 2026 Atlantic season—8 to 14 named storms, 3 to 6 hurricanes, and 1 to 3 major storms—pointing to a return of strong El Niño, but warning that “it only takes one.” Public Records Fight: A judge ordered Ascension Parish to release nondisclosure deals tied to the RiverPlex MegaPark industrial project after environmental groups challenged secrecy claims. Air & Water Accountability: Louisiana’s LOOP oil spill cleanup is still dragging—officials say more than 50 miles of shoreline remain under work months later—while a separate court ruling clarifies whether Louisiana environmental groups can publish pollution data. Coastal Pressure: A new “doomsday” debate over New Orleans’ future is reigniting calls for managed retreat versus staying put. Wildlife: An endangered alligator snapping turtle was found in Massachusetts and sent for treatment, underscoring how illegal releases can ripple across ecosystems. Energy & Growth: Louisiana continues to weigh LNG and data-center expansion as lawmakers clash over carbon-capture rules and permitting.
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