drought

This proposal could save the river system from imminent collapse, but in 2026, the current drought management guidelines will expire.

The seven states have until late January to agree on massive water conservation measures or the feds say they’ll impose cuts. 

April Hemmes was in the “Goldilocks spot” when it came to weather.

In South Texas, two reservoirs supply water to both sides of the border. For the past few years, they’ve struggled to remain half-full.

Drought has made the last few years tough for farmers like Keith Alverson of Chester, South Dakota. But higher corn prices are keeping him optimistic.

On of the state’s major sources of water, the Colorado River, has fallen to historic lows.

Farmers are paying more for equipment and supplies. Drought in the Great Plains has hurt corn and wheat. The Ukraine war also plays a role.

“Fuel moisture” drives wildfires, and the metric can be used to better allocate firefighting resources.

Officials are searching for a way to increase the flow of water without disrupting the environment and Panamanian society.

Coal, natural gas and nuclear plants need water to make the steam that moves turbines, and as a cooling agent.