$195 million in funding announced for water resilience and ecosystem protection
The U.S. Department of the Interior is providing much-needed resources to enhance Western communities’ resilience to drought and climate change.
Tag: drought
Dismal monsoon season raises fears that New Mexico will slip back into drought
A dismal monsoon season in New Mexico is raising concerns about drought, with August predicted to be one of the driest months on record.
Study implies a looming water crisis for the Colorado River basin
Drought intensified by climate change has significantly reduced the Colorado River Basin's water runoff, threatening water supply for over 40 million people.
July 2023 may bring below-average temps to Wyoming and Colorado, and drier conditions to the Southwest due to a developing El Niño.
The Mormon crickets are back, this time plaguing Nevada. Typically, infestations are associated with drought so unlike previous years, Utah might be spared.
Lower Basin States reach historic Colorado River system agreement
Arizona, California and Nevada will conserve 3 million acre-feet of Colorado River water, with funding and voluntary efforts supporting sustainability of the system. A new draft environmental impact...