AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoCoral Reef Monitoring: University of Guam REEF fellows Dominic Torres, Ale’a Duenas, and Angelie Denguines presented coral health findings from Yap and Kosrae, using the Micronesia Coral Reef Monitoring Data Portal and Coral Net tools; their reefs showed steady coral declines, with water-heating events flagged as a likely driver. Invasive Species Control: More than 125 residents joined a Brown Tree Snake workshop and nighttime hunt at Gab Gab Beach, aiming to spot, capture, and safely dispatch the invasive snake to protect native wildlife and prevent spread to the CNMI. Storm Watch: Tropical disturbance Invest 94W continues toward the Marianas with a medium chance of developing; Guam and CNMI could see heavy rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds depending on the track. Climate Prep: SPREP urged Pacific communities to prepare for El Niño after WMO declared it underway, emphasizing early action to reduce risks. Energy & Water Risks: Guam’s dieldrin-related claims against GWA and Guam EPA are seeking $167.5M total, as residents pursue accountability for cancer-linked pesticide exposure. Defense & Infrastructure: The House Armed Services Committee advanced Guam-focused FY2027 NDAA funding, including missile defense, military housing, and Inner Apra Harbor resiliency projects.
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