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An aerial view of Lake Powell is seen, where water levels have declined dramatically to lows not seen since it was filled in the 1960s as growing demand for water and climate change shrink the Colorado River and create challenges for business owners and recreation in Page, Arizona, U.S., April 20, 2022. Photo by Caitlin Ochs/REUTERS

Nation Oct 25

Federal officials say plan for water cuts from 3 Western states is enough to protect Colorado River

By Kathleen Ronayne, Associated Press

Nation Aug 16

Lake Powell reaches historic low levels as Colorado River is named the most endangered river in the United States
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Federal water restrictions in the West underscore severity of climate crisis

The federal government on Tuesday announced a second round of water restrictions to states that depend on the Colorado River Basin. The move comes as the American West faces unprecedented challenges to preserve water that continues to recede rapidly. Jennifer…

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Will water-wasting penalties help California conserve?

California's efforts to get residents and businesses to voluntarily use less water have not been enough in the face of a historic and ongoing drought. Now mandatory emergency rules that come with penalties have been enacted, requiring towns and cities…

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Texas Towns Run Out of Water As Drought Takes Its Toll

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Texas Dispatch: Drilling Deeper for Water

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