AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoWeather Watch: NWS Guam says tropical disturbance Invest 97W (near Yap) is not expected to threaten populated islands, but it’s already boosting monsoonal winds and building seas and surf—especially along south and west-facing reefs—so coastal businesses should plan for rough conditions. Storm Recovery & Public Health: Guam Power Authority reports phase three restoration is underway after Super Typhoon Bavi, with 89% of system load restored and 99% of distribution feeders energized, while the Department of Public Health has reopened its Environmental Health Processing Section for commercial permits and renewals. Ports & Commerce: The U.S. Coast Guard has reopened commercial traffic at Rota and Tinian after Bavi, though mariners are warned about remaining hazards and facility-specific limits. Soil & Food Security: UOG’s Land Grant soil lab is hosting free “Know Your Soil, Grow Your Future” workshops to fix costly sampling mistakes that can mislead farmers and gardeners. Deep-Sea Mining: Guam and CNMI oppose deep-sea mining and are pushing for a moratorium as the International Seabed Authority meets in Jamaica, with advocates urging stronger protections for the deep-sea ecosystem. Civic Voice on Military Impacts: A Guam-based peace and security commentary argues for a people-based, Guam-based standard to judge military activity—asking whether it’s positive or negative for island residents.
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