AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoHeat & Health: A heat wave is driving Extreme Heat Warnings across 19 states, including Kentucky, with officials urging people to “stay out of the sun,” hydrate, and limit exposure. Food Safety & Water/Soil Risk: The CDC says the multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to recalled iceberg lettuce has reached 9 states and nearly 2,000 cases, while it also investigates additional, separate clusters nationwide—meaning many sick people may not have a clear product to avoid. Local Land-Use & Pollution Concerns: Louisville planning staff is recommending tighter rules for future data centers, including banning “hyperscale” sites over 500,000 square feet and requiring protections for nearby neighborhoods, utilities, and environmental impacts. Invasive Species Control: Kentucky is testing drone-based spray methods to manage kudzu infestations in eastern Kentucky, aiming to slow the vine’s spread. Wildlife Restoration: Great Smoky Mountains National Park is marking 25 years since elk reintroduction began, with the population now around 250–260.
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