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link to Western drought intensifies: Colorado River Basin struggles

Western drought intensifies: Colorado River Basin struggles

The Colorado River Basin faces worsening drought, shrinking reservoirs, and low snowpack, threatening water supplies for millions across seven states.

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link to Upper Colorado River shortages leave farmers, tribes struggling

Upper Colorado River shortages leave farmers, tribes struggling

The Upper Colorado River Commission reveals through real-life stories that shortages are forcing farmers, ranchers, and tribes to make tough choices as water supplies drop, impacting communities and...

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link to Strengthening U.S.-Mexico water and border infrastructure

Strengthening U.S.-Mexico water and border infrastructure

U.S. and Mexico boost water security, flood control, and infrastructure with IBWC-led projects for sustainable, binational water management.

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link to Arizona Senate advances water-saving “Ag-to-Urban” housing bill

Arizona Senate advances water-saving “Ag-to-Urban” housing bill

Arizona’s SB 1611 moves forward, proposing farmland-to-housing conversion to lower prices and save water, sparking debate over sustainability and growth.

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link to Utah’s water worries: snowpack and drought update

Utah’s water worries: snowpack and drought update

Utah's snowpack is below average, drought is worsening, and water supply forecasts are low. Reservoirs help, but conservation remains vital.

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link to Massive federal firings trigger fears over public lands, water

Massive federal firings trigger fears over public lands, water

Mass federal firings spark fears of wildfire risks, water issues, and diminishing public land management nationwide.

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