AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoWater Planning & Pollution: Statehouse Report argues South Carolina needs smarter water planning as nurdles (plastic pellets) keep washing into waterways and federal protections for “ephemeral streams” look shakier after a 2023 court decision. Septic & Water Quality: A Columbia workshop (“Septic Think Tank”) brought 100+ people together to share local septic management fixes that protect drinking water and the environment. PFAS Cleanup Delays: A USA Today analysis says U.S. military bases are pushing PFAS “forever chemical” cleanup deadlines out decades, leaving communities stuck with contaminated wells. Heat & Storm Risks: The coast remains under a multiday heat advisory, while weekend forecasts call for showers and thunderstorms with localized flash flooding risk. Road & Construction Impacts: SCDOT will close the I-26 eastbound Exit 129 ramp for bridge work Aug. 7–10, with a signed detour in place. Wildlife Safety: SCDNR is investigating an alligator attack near Myrtle Beach Golf and Yacht Club; officials urge leash-and-distance rules and no feeding.
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