Lake Mead could hit historic low by 2027, federal forecast warns
Lake Mead may reach its lowest level ever by 2027, triggering severe cuts unless Colorado River states agree on urgent conservation plans.
Category: News: Understanding Water Shortages & Drought Impacts in the West
California’s Bay-Delta Plan update includes habitat restoration, water supply safeguards, and CEQA reform to fast-track environmental improvements.
River advocates urge billions for water upgrades, flood mapping, and fish habitat restoration in the FY2026 federal budget.
Monsoon rains ease drought in parts of Arizona, but Lake Powell and Lake Mead remain critically low, new drought report shows.
NASA data shows Arizona lost groundwater equal to Lake Mead’s capacity, driven by drought and farming. Some areas benefit from management zones.
Tiny plastics, big problems: The invisible threat to ecosystems
Tiny plastic particles are silently altering ecosystems, spreading pathogens, and disrupting nutrient cycles. Global action may soon follow.