Despite recent rain, drought persists in Western U.S.; 46% of rangelands poor, wildfires worsen situation. Some relief expected with upcoming precipitation.
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Google, Coca-Cola and others invest in Verde River resilience
Major corporations like Coca-Cola, Google, and Microsoft are partnering with conservation groups to implement water resilience projects in the Verde River basin, showcasing a collaborative model for...
New research highlights climate change threats to rural U.S. water systems and proposes a community-driven framework for building resilient, equitable solutions.
Ruidoso, NM hit with fire and now with monsoon flash flooding
Heavy rain in Ruidoso caused flash flooding in burn scars, prompting water rescues and raising concerns about further flooding as more rain is expected.
Nevada facing sporadic monsoon activity, delayed wildfire season
Nevada's wildfire season is delayed due to a wet winter and spring, with 193 fires reported so far. Drought conditions improve, but Southern Nevada anticipates a muted monsoon season.
The U.S. Forest Service urges avoiding fireworks on public lands and proposes safer alternatives, though some options raise environmental concerns.