AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoWildfire Smoke & Heat: Oregon is still dealing with smoky air and dangerous temperatures, with Salem’s heat advisory extended through Thursday night while air quality remains unhealthy for sensitive groups. Wildfire Response: Firefighters continue to hold Highway 35 against the Grasshopper Fire as containment improves and crews reinforce suppression lines. Invasive Species Watch: Emerald ash borer has been confirmed in new spots across northwest Oregon, including Beaverton, Salem, Rock Creek and the Banks-Vernonia State Trail—prompting quarantine rules and more tree mitigation. Local Sports & Schools: An injunction could allow two OSU football players to return if the NCAA appeal fails, while Oregon’s wildfire season and smoke also keep showing up in everyday life. Oregon Outdoors: Looking for something to do between alerts? A new guide highlights where to tube near Portland on Oregon’s rivers. Policy & Health: Social Security’s 2032 deadline is back in the spotlight as lawmakers argue over how to protect benefits, and Connecticut is rolling out a new U.S. Disease Tracker for vaccine-preventable illnesses.
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