AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoDrought & Heat Watch: The latest U.S. Drought Monitor shows 86% of South Dakota in abnormally dry to severe drought, with extreme drought in the southwest, as an Excessive Heat Watch stays in effect for Rapid City through Monday and First Alert Weather Days warn of record-chasing triple-digit heat. Public Health & Water Safety: Rapid City-area health officials are urging seniors to use cooling centers during extreme heat, while South Dakota Lakes and Streams Association warns that warmer conditions can boost toxic algae blooms—“when in doubt, stay out.” Wildlife Conservation: Black-footed ferrets mark 30 years since reintroduction into the wild, but recent dry conditions are stressing the Conata Basin population. Severe Weather & Mosquito Risk: Sioux Falls has seen a very high number of severe weather warnings this year, and CDC reports West Nile virus is off to its earliest, most aggressive start in over 20 years—mosquito precautions are urged. Local Land Use & Infrastructure: Clay County commissioners heard an informational presentation on data centers as they consider future rules, and Sioux County discussed a proposed data center while maintaining a moratorium. Ag Tech: South Dakota Mines researchers are building drones to help farmers target nutrients more precisely and reduce fertilizer impacts.
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