AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoPFAS Cleanup Funding: The EPA awarded Delaware $10.1 million for local PFAS cleanup, with a focus on stopping “forever chemical” pollution at its source plus monitoring and public education. Water Quality Lab Upgrade: DNREC opened a nearly $30M environmental laboratory in Smyrna to modernize testing for water quality and contaminants like PFAS, replacing an aging Dover facility. Brownfield Progress in Lewes: DNREC approved the former U.S. Army Reserve Center on Savannah Road as a certified brownfield, clearing the way for hazardous materials testing and potential cleanup funding. Coastal Wildlife Alert: An endangered Atlantic sturgeon was found dead at Bailie Beach, with state staff conducting a necropsy to determine cause. Beach Safety Watch: Multiple states reported beach closures or advisories from high bacteria levels, underscoring the need for Delaware residents to heed local water warnings. Responsible Summer Practices: The Delaware Restaurant Association held alcohol safety training for beach-season staff, emphasizing preventing over-service and keeping guests safe. Horseshoe Crab Recovery: Delaware Bay horseshoe crab surveys suggest the population is nearing recovery, supported by ongoing statewide monitoring.
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