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Texas lake nearly disappears amid drought
The reservoir in the central part of the state is only 2.7 percent full.
Lake Tahoe set to fill for first time in five years
The snowmelt coming down from the mountains this spring will be sufficient to fill the California lake, a new report has predicted.
Texas lake overfull after heavy rainfall, forcing dam release
At the beginning of May, Lake Waco's water levels were below 465 feet; however, they have now shot up to 482 feet, causing flooding.
Texas officials close lake after water deemed unsafe
The state has been hit by excessive rainfall, prompting a surge of flood warnings.
Texas reservoir water levels reach 2-year high
Drought plagued the region last year, reducing water levels at Belton Lake to roughly 60 percent of its capacity in July.
California's second-largest reservoir fills up again—"great news"
Lake Oroville is full for the second time in two years, following a winter of rain and snow that replenished its water supply.
Kids find human leg while fishing in Mississippi lake
According to police, the leg was taken to the medical examiner's office to start a DNA process in an effort to identify who it belonged to.
California pet owners warned after toxic substance found in lake
Water officials will begin treatment on Tuesday.
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Alaska lakes warning over rare hazard's "surprising" rise
Lake tsunamis usually happen only in remote areas, but climate change is making them more common and more dangerous.
California drought map reveals good news
The map showed which states were expected to remain free from drought, and which states would see new drought develop this month.
How water levels in California's largest reservoir could change after storm
An incoming storm is expected to bring up to 24 inches of snow to the Sierra Nevada mountains this weekend.
Strange "ring" of water in Michigan seen from space
Satellite imagery revealed the warm water in southern Lake Michigan, drawing attention from scientists.
Dead fish suddenly found in California lake raises alarms
Officials are conducting testing to determine what killed the fish.
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Lake Shasta update as California's biggest reservoir nears capacity
The lake will continue to rise as snow melts this month.
Republican wants $1 million for PTSD over false alarm about dam failure
Eight false alarms have sounded in the past four years.
California map shows where people will see huge increases in water bills
Another rise in rates means millions will have to pay at least 8.5 percent more to turn on their taps.
California's largest reservoir in Napa County releases water: Video
Lake Berryessa reached full pool over the weekend, and water naturally flowed into the Morning Glory Spillway.
Death Valley has already received year's worth of rain
Rainfall totals surged in the "driest place in North America" after an atmospheric river hit the region in February.
Lake Powell water levels could reach four-year high
The lake has suffered from a regional drought for years.
California's largest reservoir is almost completely full
After years of falling waters levels and drought conditions across the state, two wet winters have eased concerns.
Winter storm is about to hit a cracked dam
The storm could bring several inches of snow to southern Utah.
Huge crack in dam forces officials to release water
Permanent repairs won't be possible until spring runoff ends.
Michigan map shows where state could be underwater from lake level rise
Michigan is shaped by its waterways, making it particularly susceptible to potential water-level changes caused by climate change.
California reservoirs hit "healthiest" water levels in 10 years
An updated chart shows the current condition of California's major reservoirs.
Dam starts to leak after 60-foot crack sparks urgent warning
The 60-foot crack was discovered on Monday.
How storm changed water levels at Texas lake
Severe weather brought torrential rain to Texas and several other Gulf Coast states this week, but there was a silver lining.
Urgent warning issued after 60-foot crack found in dam
Evacuations are not in place yet, but the situation in southwest Utah could change rapidly as flash flood warnings are issued.
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California Lake may spill for first time in 25 years
Lake Casitas in Ventura County is at 96.2 percent capacity and could spill over for the first time since 1998.
How California reservoirs' water levels changed after back-to-back storms
Many of the state's major reservoirs experienced an increase in water levels over the past 10 days.
California rainfall map shows how state's biggest reservoir will change
The third in a series of back-to-back storms will bring more rain to California this weekend.