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How Lake Mead's water levels will fare this summer
Lake Mead's water levels will decline throughout this summer period, a 24-month "most probable" study shows.
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"Glowing" plants give flash drought warning, NASA video reveals
A strange uptick in plant fluorescence came at the same time soil moisture began to plummet in the U.S., indicating flash drought.
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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.
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.
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Water-supply problem could cost one Texas city up to $1.5 million
The Lone Star State has suffered from a yearslong drought that has impacted water supply in some cities.
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.
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.
Colorado river water 'extremes' forecast by scientists
A new study reports that the river's future may be brighter than originally thought, as precipitation is likely to replenish its flows.
California may have to release water from reservoirs
The state is forecasted to get up to 24 inches of snow in some areas this weekend.
Texas gets hurricane warning over sea level rise
Severe high temperatures and drought conditions are causing ideal conditions for wildfires, meaning they are likely to increase.
Nevada residents concerned about water as levels drop
A recent poll reveals that many voters are concerned about the state's water supply.
Texas gets "extreme" warning at US border
National Weather Service meteorologists warn that conditions for "extreme fire behavior" are ideal in far western Texas.
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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.
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Major Texas lake hits lowest water level in decades
Canyon Lake has plummeted to 886.75 feet this April, the lowest it has been since the 1960s, when it was constructed.
"Flash drought" warning as new alert issued in two states
The warning comes just as the National Weather Service issued a national drought outlook through July.
Texas is headed for a water problem
The most recent drought outlook revealed concerning news for western Texas.
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.
Lake Mead's water level is falling
Despite a recent increase, Lake Mead's water levels have dropped again in April.
California reservoirs hit "healthiest" water levels in 10 years
An updated chart shows the current condition of California's major reservoirs.
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Southern California to see water bills double
Drought contributed to the increase, as the district battles revenue declines following widespread conservation efforts.
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California's Lake Shasta set to fill completely
California's largest reservoir has risen by about 19 feet since the beginning of March alone after high rainfall.
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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.
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California snowpack's 'amazing' recovery since January
Atmospheric science student Colin McCarthy said this is "an unprecedented winter comeback in the modern era."