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River heatwaves rising faster than air

Penn State study finds U.S. rivers warming faster than the air, threatening fish, water quality, energy systems and cultural traditions.

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SRP installs new flume in Arizona’s Verde watershed

SRP installs a 650-pound flume in central Arizona’s Verde River watershed to improve water measurement and guide future management.

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California faces golden mussels infestation problem

Golden mussels detected at Silverwood and Pyramid lakes trigger new boating rules, with Lake Perris at risk of infestation.

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Utah water deal allows conversion of ag water to municipal use

Utah’s historic water deal allows conversion of 61,000 acre-feet from farms to cities, securing supply for 183,000 homes while honoring agricultural roots.

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Colorado River talks stalled by Bureau vacancy

The White House withdrew Ted Cooke’s nomination to lead Reclamation, leaving the Colorado River without steady leadership as talks stall.

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Wildfire smoke could kill 70,000 Americans a year by 2050

Stanford study warns wildfire smoke may cause 70,000 U.S. deaths per year by 2050, surpassing all other climate-related damages.

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  • Low snowpack raises Western drought concerns
  • Western heat wave may push temps 30° above normal
  • $5 billion price tag raises questions on Arizona tribal water deal
  • California snowpack melting too early in 2026
  • Federal river plan could devastate Arizona water supply
  1. Deborah on Low snowpack raises concerns for Colorado River BasinMarch 9, 2026

    Good insights! I am quite concerned about this situation. We need several long-lasting storms. Here in early March, it's unusually…

  2. Helen c on RealWaterTA: EPA announces “back to basics” water initiativeMarch 8, 2026

    As long as the feds continue to allow data centers, and impede alternative energy sources, we're doomed. These programs are…

  3. Helen c on Low snowpack raises concerns for Colorado River BasinMarch 8, 2026

    It is so obvious that the entire larger ecosystem is interdependent on factors that we've been aware of, and done…

  4. Laura on RealWaterTA: EPA announces “back to basics” water initiativeMarch 7, 2026

    Well, this looks and feels like a sound idea. I find myself wondering if my little towns population is low…

  5. Laura on Low snowpack raises concerns for Colorado River BasinMarch 7, 2026

    There is nothing fun about these drought conditions. You can't have snowpack if there's been no snow and there has…

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