AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoLowcountry Flooding: Charleston saw record-breaking rain (3.64 inches on Oct. 4) and flash-flood rescues as the Lowcountry braced for more wet weather. Shellfish Closures: SCDES temporarily shut some Charleston County shellfish beds after excessive rain, reopening only when water quality is safe. ACE Basin Data Center Fight: Colleton County and the Southern Environmental Law Center reached a deal to block most data center development across the ACE Basin, creating a “Data Center Exclusion Area” that covers key river headwaters. Local Animal Welfare: Mount Pleasant is moving to strengthen its animal cruelty ordinance with clearer, enforceable standards. Recreational Fishing Policy: Federal approval gives South Carolina red snapper anglers at least 14 days, with mandatory reporting—while conservation groups debate the plan. Water Quality After Storms: A fish kill at Smythe Park Lake was linked to a low-oxygen event from heavy rainfall, with officials warning residents to stay cautious around affected waters. Port Emissions Upgrades: EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin toured the Port of Charleston, highlighting past diesel and electric upgrades to cut emissions.
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