Strange "ring" of water in Michigan seen from space
Satellite imagery revealed the warm water in southern Lake Michigan, drawing attention from scientists.
'Huge' cocaine levels make sea life high in popular beach bay
The drug has now been classed as an "emerging contaminant of concern" and may have been accumulating in Brazilian waters since the 1930s.
Dead fish suddenly found in California lake raises alarms
Officials are conducting testing to determine what killed the fish.
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Colorado streams are being loaded with "toxic" heavy metals
The amount of copper, zinc and sulfate has doubled in the alpine streams flowing from the mountains over the past three decades.
Water bills may rise as new Florida plant price soars to $300 million
A new water treatment plant is sorely needed, given the E. coli contamination in the water system last June.
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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.
Republican wants $1 million for PTSD over false alarm about dam failure
Eight false alarms have sounded in the past four years.
Map shows states where people could see water bills increase
Two states are proposing a water bill increase for some customers.
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.
America's top 10 most endangered rivers revealed
The rivers of New Mexico have been classed as the most endangered in the whole country, due to a loss of federal stream and wetland protections.
South Florida could see water bill triple
New water treatment plants will make water safer for residents, but they'll see the cost in their monthly rates if the plants are approved.
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Map shows rivers most at risk as drinking water warning issued
American Rivers has published a list of the most-endangered rivers in the U.S., and those in New Mexico placed as No. 1.
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Yellowstone Lake ice cover unchanged—but "tipping point" is coming
Many U.S. lakes are suffering record low ice cover, but Yellowstone has proved resilient to climate change, say scientists.
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The West has a new way to save water
Building solar panels over canals in California could spread to other areas if it effectively saves water, professor tells Newsweek
Lake Powell water levels could reach four-year high
The lake has suffered from a regional drought for years.
Satellites reveal deadly holes in Alaskan 'ice highways'
Open water zones can be highly dangerous, but new technology will mean researchers can create hazard maps of their whereabouts.
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.
US map reveals hotspots of toxic "forever chemicals"
The chemicals are found in a wide range of household items and are linked to many health problems, such as increased cancer risk.
Yosemite Falls surging and "only getting bigger"
"Yosemite Falls has been making quite a splash lately in a display that should only be getting bigger," the National Park said in an update.
Huge crack in dam forces officials to release water
Permanent repairs won't be possible until spring runoff ends.
California reservoirs hit "healthiest" water levels in 10 years
An updated chart shows the current condition of California's major reservoirs.
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.
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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.
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.
More Microplastics Are Showing Up in Our Food
The more we look for microplastics, the more we find them—including in our food.
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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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Oceans send "forever chemicals" back to land
Researchers found that the chemicals actually reemit back into the air when large ocean waves crash.