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Drought returns to California

California's nine-month drought-free period has ended, with 19.15% of the state classified as "abnormally dry" and concerns rising about wildfire risk

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link to Lake Powell water levels rise, but drought concerns remain

Lake Powell water levels rise, but drought concerns remain

Lake Powell water levels rise, offering relief but drought concerns remain amid looming heatwave.

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link to Group says farm programs fail to address Colorado River drought

Group says farm programs fail to address Colorado River drought

The Environmental Working Group says federal farm programs fall short in helping farmers in the Colorado River Basin adapt to drought and climate change.

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link to Drought conditions and hot weather outlook for early June 2024

Drought conditions and hot weather outlook for early June 2024

Heavy rainfall has improved drought conditions in parts of the West, while a heat wave and above-normal temperatures are expected in California and the Southwest.

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link to La Niña threatens Arizona’s two-year “snowpack party”

La Niña threatens Arizona’s two-year “snowpack party”

Despite recent wet winters, Arizona faces a hot, dry summer and below-average water year due to an impending La Niña.

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link to Drought conditions worsen in parts of the Colorado River Basin

Drought conditions worsen in parts of the Colorado River Basin

The April 23, 2024, U.S. Drought Monitor report shows mixed drought conditions in the Colorado River Basin, with improvements in some states but a worsening situation in others.

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