The U.S. Drought Monitor shows rare early June rainfall easing drought in Arizona, Utah, and California, while parts of Colorado and Wyoming worsen.

The Bureau of Reclamation awarded nearly $12M to upgrade Orchard Mesa irrigation systems, conserving water and cutting salinity in the Colorado River.

Nevada has suspended most new groundwater permits in Red Rock Valley due to overuse. Only limited exceptions apply under the June 2025 curtailment order.

Wyoming officials are warning summer visitors to avoid harmful cyanobacteria blooms in lakes and reservoirs. These toxic blooms pose serious risks to people, pets, and livestock.

Utah warns that replacing lawns with gravel may backfire, increasing heat and water loss. Plants play a key role in sustainable, waterwise landscapes.