Colorado Water Congress hosts largest ever conference on critical water issues
The largest-ever Colorado Water Congress conference emphasized bipartisan collaboration on urgent water challenges amidst growing climate concerns.
Tag: drought
The Aug 10 U.S. Drought Monitor reveals improved conditions in the Colorado River Basin states, though suppressed monsoons heighten concerns in the West.
Nevada facing sporadic monsoon activity, delayed wildfire season
Nevada's wildfire season is delayed due to a wet winter and spring, with 193 fires reported so far. Drought conditions improve, but Southern Nevada anticipates a muted monsoon season.
$195 million in funding announced for water resilience and ecosystem protection
The U.S. Department of the Interior is providing much-needed resources to enhance Western communities’ resilience to drought and climate change.
Dismal monsoon season raises fears that New Mexico will slip back into drought
A dismal monsoon season in New Mexico is raising concerns about drought, with August predicted to be one of the driest months on record.
Study implies a looming water crisis for the Colorado River basin
Drought intensified by climate change has significantly reduced the Colorado River Basin's water runoff, threatening water supply for over 40 million people.