Recent Sierra storms have helped to build up California’s snowpack after a very slow start this winter. According to data published on the Department of Water Resources’ California Data Exchange Center, the statewide snowpack is now at 42% of the average for the date. On Jan. 1, the water content in the snow was just […]
Lake Shasta, California’s largest reservoir, stands at 113% of the historical average and only 52 feet from being full, thanks to the gift of rain the state is receiving so far this winter.
Former Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey’s multi-billion dollar plan for a desalination plant or other hugely expensive project to add to the desert state’s imperiled water supply is still alive and has the support of his successor despite a budget crunch that will crimp funding needed to get a project built.
It was just 18 months ago when the commissioner of the Bureau of Reclamation warned that the Colorado Water River system was in danger of collapse unless wholesale water use reductions were enacted — cutbacks much bigger than the system has ever seen.
Using meteorology and chemistry to help prod Mother Nature, water officials have begun seeding storm clouds throughout the Santa Ana Watershed to boost regional water supplies by enhancing the rain and snowfall produced during storms.
Mexico has broken ground on a long-awaited replacement for a crumbling wastewater treatment plant in Baja California that officials said will dramatically reduce the discharge of sewage that has fouled San Diego and Tijuana shorelines.
Here’s How Much California’s Sierra Snowpack Has Grown After Recent Storms
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage /by Maddie Simmons /KCRA 3by Heather WaldmanRecent Sierra storms have helped to build up California’s snowpack after a very slow start this winter. According to data published on the Department of Water Resources’ California Data Exchange Center, the statewide snowpack is now at 42% of the average for the date. On Jan. 1, the water content in the snow was just […]
Lake Shasta Level Rising, With More Rain On The Way. How Close Is It To Being Full?
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage /by Maddie Simmons /Record SearchlightLake Shasta, California’s largest reservoir, stands at 113% of the historical average and only 52 feet from being full, thanks to the gift of rain the state is receiving so far this winter.
Desalination Funding Cut Amid State Budget Shortfall
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage /by Maddie Simmons /Pinal Centralby Bob Christie Mentioned: San Diego County Water AuthorityFormer Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey’s multi-billion dollar plan for a desalination plant or other hugely expensive project to add to the desert state’s imperiled water supply is still alive and has the support of his successor despite a budget crunch that will crimp funding needed to get a project built.
5 Southern Nevada Water Issues To Watch In 2024
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage /by Maddie Simmons /Las Vegas Review-Journalby Marvin ClemonsIt was just 18 months ago when the commissioner of the Bureau of Reclamation warned that the Colorado Water River system was in danger of collapse unless wholesale water use reductions were enacted — cutbacks much bigger than the system has ever seen.
New 4-year Cloud-seeding Pilot Program Hopes To Make It Rain In Santa Ana River Watershed
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage /by Maddie Simmons /Los Angeles Timesby Sara CardineUsing meteorology and chemistry to help prod Mother Nature, water officials have begun seeding storm clouds throughout the Santa Ana Watershed to boost regional water supplies by enhancing the rain and snowfall produced during storms.
San Diego County Officials Applaud Mexico Groundbreaking Of Wastewater Treatment Plant
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage /by Maddie Simmons /Los Angeles Timesby Tammy MurgaMexico has broken ground on a long-awaited replacement for a crumbling wastewater treatment plant in Baja California that officials said will dramatically reduce the discharge of sewage that has fouled San Diego and Tijuana shorelines.