AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoWildfire & Smoke Watch: Montana DEQ is urging caution outdoors as smoky conditions linger, with guidance aimed at kids, older adults, pregnant people, and anyone with asthma or heart/lung disease. Heat Dome Risk: A near-record heat wave is expected to push temperatures above 110°F in parts of the West, with critical fire weather flagged for Montana and nearby states. Local Clean Air Relief: Western Montana communities are expanding “clean air centers” with filtered indoor spaces and monitors, including new sites across the Flathead and surrounding counties. Wolf Management Shift: Montana FWP says updated modeling puts wolf numbers around 725, down from earlier estimates, and is proposing a smaller hunting/trapping quota of 250. Invasive Species Alert: Mission Valley residents are asked to report invasive bullfrogs, which can prey on and outcompete native frogs and other wildlife. Power Plan Scrutiny: NorthWestern Energy’s long-term resource plan faces public criticism at the Montana PSC for not adequately addressing climate impacts and the potential cost effects of data centers. Outdoor Recreation Safety: FWP also has fishing restrictions/closures in place as fire activity and smoke continue to affect conditions.
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