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Water levels at reservoirs all over the Northeast dried up due to drought conditions in recent months

Thursday, November 21

(NEW YORK) -- Important bodies of water that supply water to populated regions in the Northeast have dried up due to drought conditions in recent months, according to experts.Water levels at reservoirs in the region have decreased to the point of concern for water...

California Braces for Possible Relief Amid Escalating Drought Crisis

Friday, September 13

California is facing an intensifying drought situation, with the latest U.S. Drought Monitor report showing that most of the state is now classified as Abnormally Dry (D0), and a significant portion experiencing Moderate Drought (D1). The dry conditions, typical of summer, are being exacerbated...

Namibia to cull over 700 animals to feed those affected by drought

Thursday, August 29

(LONDON) -- Namibia has announced that it will cull 723 wild animals to feed parts of its population as it grapples with its worst drought in 100 years.In a statement, Namibia’s Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism said a total of 723 animals are...

Plumas County Launches Drought Resilience Taskforce to Tackle Future Water Shortages

Monday, July 15

In response to growing concerns about water shortages and the sustainability of groundwater wells, Plumas County has announced the formation of the

Drought Conditions in the USA Remain Mixed After a Wet Week

Friday, January 19

A week of wet and frigid weather brought significant relief to drought-stricken regions across the United States, especially in states east of the Plains. However, the West, though finally experiencing substantial snowfall, continues to grapple with the aftermath of extreme dryness that started off...

California Water Commission Unveils Strategies for Drought Resilience and Water Protection

Tuesday, January 16

During a meeting on Wednesday, the California Water Commission will present statewide strategies for protecting communities, fish, and wildlife in the event of a drought as part of its work to support the California Water Resilience Portfolio.The Commission is set to convene in Sacramento,...

Proposed Water Conservation Regulations Aim to Address California’s Drought Challenges

Monday, August 21

State officials say in response to the escalating challenges posed by climate change and the increasing frequency of severe droughts in California, authorities are introducing a comprehensive proposal for a new regulatory framework. The proposed regulations, being named "Making Conservation a California Way of...

California Water Commission to Host Virtual Workshops on Drought Preparedness

Friday, June 30

Despite record-setting precipitation this winter, the state is known for its unpredictable weather patterns, and the water commission is trying to stay one step ahead by taking proactive steps to prepare for future droughts. The state's changing hydrology significantly impacts water availability, affecting how water...

California’s Drought is Killing Tens of Thousands of Trees in the Forests

Thursday, February 9

According to a new report from the US Forest Service, the state’s prolonged drought is beginning to take a toll on the tree population, killing them by the tens of millions.In Lassen county, 840,000 and another 1.3 million trees in Plumas are estimated to...

Rain Significantly Impacts Drought

Friday, January 13

The Drought monitor outlook updated weekly says the recent bombardment of atmospheric rivers on the states has significantly reduced the drought.Precipitation totals exceeding 4 inches (liquid-equivalent) were widespread, and several areas in and near the Sierra Nevada, Cascades, and coastal ranges recorded over one...