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West sees broad relief as storms shift the map

Early storms eased drought across Arizona and Southern California, but Colorado River reservoirs remain low despite widespread regional improvements.

Dry conditions expand across the Basin

September 4 Drought Monitor shows worsening Midwest dryness and low Colorado River storage, while California reservoirs remain above average.

Reservoir levels reflect ongoing challenges across the basin

Upper Basin reservoirs near full, but Lake Mead and Powell remain critically low, deepening Southwest water supply concerns.

Late-season storms help California bump water deliveries

Storms boost California’s 2025 water allocation to 40%, with strong reservoir gains and hopes for more runoff from April’s snowmelt.

Strong gains reported for California’s reservoirs

California's reservoirs show strong gains after recent storms, with some like Trinity and Shasta exceeding averages, but regional disparities and drought concerns remain.

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