Irrigation districts face challenges balancing new Rio Grande water agreements, unpredictable climate patterns, and limited storage options.
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Hilary takes a toll on agriculture; reservoirs nearing capacity
Hurricane Hilary, downgraded to a tropical storm, hit California and Nevada with flash floods, road washouts, and mudslides. The storm impacted poorer farming communities, delayed planting and...
An unusual La Niña pattern will result in more drought in the southwest. The event is expected to continue for the third year in a row.
Every 10 years, NOAA releases updated temperature and rainfall averages based on thousands of weather stations from across the country. For the Western states, the “new normal” means hotter,...