AGP Executive Report
Last update: 28 minutes agoColorado River Stress: Lake Powell is forecast to receive only about 13% of its normal summer inflow—its lowest on record—prompting emergency planning for releases as the whole system sits around 35% capacity. Wyoming Water Watch: The Bureau of Reclamation’s Jackson Lake operations meeting (May 14) will update runoff, drought impacts, and likely reservoir levels, with severe drought already hitting parts of Teton County. Toxic Coal Ash Fight: The EPA is proposing to shift coal-ash monitoring to states and roll back federal protections, raising alarms about groundwater contamination across the Mountain West. Wildlife on the Move: Chronic wasting disease has been confirmed on the National Elk Refuge, and Yellowstone grizzlies are showing up early as warm conditions pull people onto trails sooner. Local Safety & Roads: A black bear was safely captured in east Cheyenne; WYDOT is partially reopening U.S. 14A for summer and starting Gillette-area road resurfacing work. Heat & Climate Signals: Wyoming saw its hottest Mays since 1895, underscoring how fast conditions are shifting.
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