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Recent study says reservoir levels dropping across the U.S.

Dave Gaylinn posted on 8/23/2024 12:54:00 PM

A recent study published in Geophysical Research Letters found that reservoirs across the United States are experiencing low storage with greater regularity and more severity than several decades ago.

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What is a saltwater intrusion?

Dave Gaylinn posted on 10/10/2023 3:34:00 PM

An ongoing situation in Louisiana that has generated a lot of news coverage is introducing the term “saltwater intrusion” to many people. It also highlights the potential impact of more familiar challenges facing the water sector – climate change, drought and source water protection.

| Categories: | Tags: saltwater intrusion, climate change, source water, louisiana, weather, drought, New Orleans, rain, precipitation, army corps of engineers | View Count: (905) |

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Finding uses for hidden water

Dave Gaylinn posted on 9/26/2023 1:09:00 PM

Fulfilling all our water needs takes some creativity during drought conditions.

| Categories: | Tags: irrigation, Austin, Texas, drought, creative, household, potable, non-potable, home, hidden, ingenuity, Fonda San Miguel, restaurant | View Count: (789) |

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California reservoirs simultaneously navigating a drought and flooding

Dave Gaylinn posted on 1/12/2023 12:29:00 PM

Massive storms over a few weeks have led to extreme flooding, yet California remains in an historic drought, which has prompted experts to explore ways to better manage floodwaters.

| Categories: | Tags: Folsom Lake, Lake Mendocino, California, water, conservation, drought, climate change, storage, NPR, global warming, storms, water loss, flood | View Count: (1117) |

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Colorado River receives dubious distinction

Dave Gaylinn posted on 4/22/2022 8:26:00 AM

The Colorado River, which serves as a freshwater source for more than 40 million people in seven states and parts of Mexico, has recently been named the country’s “most endangered” by American Rivers.

| Categories: | Tags: agriculture, farmer, rancher, Colorado River, drought, conservation, crops, livestock | View Count: (1152) |

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Conservation tips to protect source water

Amber Wilson posted on 5/11/2018 10:15:00 AM

Drinking Water Week is coming to an end! This is a good time to think about ways to conserve water around your home.

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Will Cape Town have no water soon?

Amber Wilson posted on 2/14/2018 2:13:00 PM

There is a looming crisis in Cape Town, South Africa - the upcoming loss of all water service.

| Categories: | Tags: Cape Town, South Africa, water crisis, climate change, Day Zero, drought, infrastructure, Smithsonian, CNN | View Count: (2628) |

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Converting waste in space

Amber Wilson posted on 4/26/2017 3:47:00 AM

In light of setting the American record for most days in space, astronaut Peggy Whitson recently spoke with President Trump about her experience.

| Categories: | Tags: Peggy Whitson, NASA, President Trump, reuse, recycled water, reclaimed water, wastewater, drought, astronaut | View Count: (3140) |

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Billions of gallons of water flow into Lake Tahoe

Amber Wilson posted on 2/8/2017 3:11:00 AM

Lake Tahoe, which straddles the California and Nevada border, gained over eight billion gallons of water over a two-day period in December, according to Forbes.

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LA alleys gather stormwater

Amber Wilson posted on 7/13/2016 2:22:00 AM

A few days ago The New York Times published an article about Los Angeles redoing its alleys to capture stormwater.

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