AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoWildlife & Public Safety: Montana wildlife officials euthanized a grizzly bear near Augusta after livestock depredation, following a nearby hunter attack; officials say the bear was feeding on a cow carcass and access to nearby state land was closed. Water & Climate Risk: Flooding rain is expected to threaten parts of the Intermountain West and Southwest into next week, with burn scars in Idaho and Montana raising the risk of worse flooding. Avian Health: The Montana Department of Livestock confirmed highly pathogenic avian influenza in a Ravalli County chicken flock, urging poultry owners to boost biosecurity and watch for sudden illness. Energy & Cleanup: Gov. Gianforte and EPA Administrator Zeldin toured the Columbia Falls Superfund site, highlighting ongoing cleanup at the former aluminum smelter. Data Centers & Community Impact: Yellowstone County’s Broadview data center construction is moving ahead despite strong local opposition, and a new poll finds nearly 75% of Montana voters oppose nearby data centers. Conservation & Recreation: Giant Springs Hatchery upgrades will begin Sept. 21, with limited public access during construction. Policy & Land Protection: A push to scrap the Roadless Rule could open protected forests to new road building, with potential impacts to water quality and wildlife. Science: New research reports T. rex ran hot, with a body temperature close to modern elephants and humans.
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