Tennessee Lake Gets Health Advisory After Students Find Toxic Pink Algae
The algae is made up of a type of bacteria that can be toxic to humans and animals if there is high exposure.
Yosemite braces for another winter storm
"Don't get too excited for spring weather quite yet," the national park warned prior to another winter storm set to hit California.
Woman asks brother to get "big cup" of water, unprepared for what he brings
Ashlyn Rice, 20, told Newsweek about her video of her brother that has received over 11.6 million views on TikTok.
How California's largest reservoir could change after next storm
The lake has risen 8 feet since the start of the month.
Lake Powell's water levels to jump as snowpack melts
An influx of water will pull the reservoir's water levels from 32 percent capacity to 37 percent as snow melts in the spring.
Warning about drinking water issued nationwide
"We are writing to describe the nature of these threats and request your partnership on important actions to secure water systems," a letter said.
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Utah National Park gives snowpack update after winter storm
The snowpack in Bryce Canyon nearly doubled in just a few days, before spring's arrival started to see it reducing.
Access to Clean Water—Confronting a Deadly Inequity
Despite the urgent need, funding for programs that help provide safe water and sanitation to at-risk communities is severely short.
America's Lead Crisis Demands a Comprehensive Solution
Any amount of lead exposure to the body is harmful, and young children are especially vulnerable to its effects.
How Lake Mead water levels changed after "record-breaking rainfall"
Lake Mead water levels have increased slightly since the weekend storm in Nevada.
Great Salt Lake water levels to rise even more this spring
Water levels could rise by 1.2 feet this spring, which is a total of 870,000 acre feet potentially feeding into the lake between April and July.
Strange critters found in Great Salt Lake: "Amazing"
This is the saltiest environment these worms have ever been found in, making the discovery significant.
Lake Mead water levels update as close-to-average snowpack reported
The reservoir is not out of the woods, despite a good year for snowpack in 2023, as this year's snow levels are looking closer to average.
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California facing 'invisible water surcharge'
Researchers found that an increase in crop water demand explains a great deal of "half of the cumulative deficits of the agricultural water balance" since 1980.
New permanent water restrictions to be rolled out in California
Rules have been revised as California's weather changes with the effects of climate change.
Utah water update as snowpack builds up
The state's reservoirs are currently at 83 percent, which is 22 percent higher than usual, meaning good things for water supply.
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US weather patterns could change with Arctic sea ice loss
Once ice depletes, the heat of the ocean escapes and enters the atmosphere, meaning cold weather events are warmer than usual.
California's plan to store more storm water against future drought
Officials have announced a new groundwater mapping project that will provide "critical information" about the underground water supply.
Time lapse shows California "ghost lake" suddenly disappear
The lake re-formed last year after a series of atmospheric rivers hit the state.
Thirst for Change—The Imperative to Preserve the Colorado River
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Atmospheric rivers "double-edged sword" for water in California
While the weather phenomenon helps water supply, it also comes with consequences including floods and landslides, an expert told Newsweek.
Sierra Nevada snowpack turns around after blizzard
As of March 5, snowpack levels for the entire Sierra Nevada were at 104 percent of average.
Lake Mead, Lake Powell water levels spark state divides
The seven states have submitted rival proposals about how to maintain water levels at Lake Mead and Lake Powell.
Lake Mead water update as final Colorado River plan released
The proposal aims to save around 3 million acre-feet of water by the end of 2026, the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation reported.
Southern California's largest natural lake swells after atmospheric rivers
Lake Elsinore, in western Riverside County, currently lies at an elevation of 1248 feet, the highest level since 2011.
California's biggest reservoir loses 265 billion gallons of water
Lake Shasta dropped eight feet over the past week, but officials aren't concerned because its levels were too high for February.
Colorado officials threaten to turn off water
The cuts could impact more than 500,000 acres of land if the water situation doesn't improve soon.
Water levels plunge at California's biggest reservoir ahead of winter storm
Water officials are voluntarily releasing water from Shasta Dam because the lake's levels are "too high" for February.
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America's rivers are changing, confusing fish
Climate change is causing drastic changes to the rivers of the world, threatening water supply and ecosystems.