Phoenix says its water supply is secure, but Colorado River risks and long-term drought still pose challenges for the region.
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Federal officials are taking emergency action as Lake Powell approaches critical levels. Record low snowpack and extreme heat are straining the Colorado River system, with impacts expected across...
Snowpack in the Colorado River Basin is far below normal, with major reservoirs like Lake Mead and Lake Powell at low levels heading into spring 2026.
Rains eased drought in Arizona, New Mexico, and Wyoming, while severe drought expanded in Utah, according to the October 2 U.S. Drought Monitor.
September 4 Drought Monitor shows worsening Midwest dryness and low Colorado River storage, while California reservoirs remain above average.
Drought worsens in the Southwest despite Midwest relief. Lake Mead and Powell drop below 32%, raising water concerns across the Colorado River Basin.