After years of frightening drought, California’s reservoirs have been restored to roughly 115% of their normal levels for this time of year, the San Francisco Chronicle reported. California’s dry spell wasn’t to be taken lightly. It lasted several years and saw reservoirs reach dangerously low levels. However, unusual storms, heavy rains, and snow have restored the state’s water supply […]
On Monday, U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is calling for an end to fluoridation in American communities, but when – and why – did the practice start? Grand Rapids, Michigan became the first city in the world to add fluoride to drinking water in 1945 as part of a study first sponsored by […]
As winter storms soaked California in early 2023, the Sacramento River swelled toward flood stage. Levees protecting large expanses of farmland and many towns sprung leaks. At one site, response crews drove metal sheets into the earthen berm and lined the levee face with heavy rock.
Officials in multiple cities across the United States in recent months have warned citizens about scams targeting water systems that involve payments to improve so-called quality issues and provide adequate testing.
April 1 marks an important milestone for snowpacks and water supply forecasts as the date basin snowpacks typically reach a peak before melting. However, a wave of warm temperatures late March started the melt early, adding a caveat to April 1 measurements.
President Donald Trump has long complained about modern rules that limit water flow for showerheads, making it harder for him to wash his “beautiful hair.” In his first term, Trump directed that restrictions on showerheads be loosened, an action that former President Joe Biden reversed. Now Trump is going to let the water flow — again.
New Data Reveals Shocking Turnaround in Water Supply for Millions of People: ‘In Pretty Good Shape’
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by dguillen /The Cool Downby Laurelle StelleAfter years of frightening drought, California’s reservoirs have been restored to roughly 115% of their normal levels for this time of year, the San Francisco Chronicle reported. California’s dry spell wasn’t to be taken lightly. It lasted several years and saw reservoirs reach dangerously low levels. However, unusual storms, heavy rains, and snow have restored the state’s water supply […]
Why – and When – Was Fluoride Added to US Drinking Water in the First Place?
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by dguillen /Fox 5 San Diegoby Jeremy TannerOn Monday, U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is calling for an end to fluoridation in American communities, but when – and why – did the practice start? Grand Rapids, Michigan became the first city in the world to add fluoride to drinking water in 1945 as part of a study first sponsored by […]
California Delta Levees Are at Risk of Floods, Repairs Could Cost $3 Billion
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by dguillen /NBC Bay Areaby Alastair BlandAs winter storms soaked California in early 2023, the Sacramento River swelled toward flood stage. Levees protecting large expanses of farmland and many towns sprung leaks. At one site, response crews drove metal sheets into the earthen berm and lined the levee face with heavy rock.
Americans Being Warned of Water Contamination Scam
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Milla Kuiper /Newsweekby Nick MordowanecOfficials in multiple cities across the United States in recent months have warned citizens about scams targeting water systems that involve payments to improve so-called quality issues and provide adequate testing.
What Does Our Water Picture Look Like After This Winter?: ‘This Year is a Lesson’
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Milla Kuiper /Sierra Sunby Katelyn WelshApril 1 marks an important milestone for snowpacks and water supply forecasts as the date basin snowpacks typically reach a peak before melting. However, a wave of warm temperatures late March started the melt early, adding a caveat to April 1 measurements.
Trump Lets the Water Flow — Again — as He Reverses Biden Rule Restricting Showerheads
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Milla Kuiper /The San Diego Union-Tribuneby Matthew DalyPresident Donald Trump has long complained about modern rules that limit water flow for showerheads, making it harder for him to wash his “beautiful hair.” In his first term, Trump directed that restrictions on showerheads be loosened, an action that former President Joe Biden reversed. Now Trump is going to let the water flow — again.