Heat Emergencies in Mississippi Delta: Leflore County reported two heat-related deaths this week, including a 49-year-old man whose home had no working air conditioning and a 45-year-old roofer who died after prolonged outdoor exposure, as AMR says heat-related calls nearly doubled from June to July. Cooling and Prevention Tips: Hinds County paramedics also reported a surge in heat-related illnesses, with officials urging hydration, light clothing, and avoiding alcohol during peak hours. Aquarium Heat-Response: Mississippi Aquarium staff are using chillers, shaded retreats, sprinklers, ice treats, and hydration-focused diets to protect animals during extreme summer temperatures. Vaccination Drop Before School: Mississippi health officials warned that eight counties fell below the 95% kindergarten herd-immunity threshold, raising outbreak risk as the new school year begins. Data Center Pollution Fight: An agreed order between SpaceXAI and the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality shows temporary turbines at the Southaven site will be removed starting in August 2026, with full removal targeted by July 2027 amid community health concerns. Workplace Mental Health Rule: A Fifth Circuit decision vacated OSHA’s requirement that employers record work-related mental illness, including PTSD, reshaping compliance expectations for employers.