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Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany forced to deal with drought DW 05/31/2025

Germany faces severe drought conditions impacting agriculture and increasing wildfire risks, prompting warnings about future water shortages.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Three wet winters in a row for the first time in 25 years? Sierra Nevada snowpack 85% of normal with more storms forecast

Northern California's water outlook remains healthy, with reservoirs full and less likelihood of summer water restrictions.
California is experiencing favorable winter conditions after years of drought.
New York City
fromMyNorthwest.com
2 months ago

Massive repair job on leaky NYC aqueduct will take a few more years to finish

The $2 billion project to fix a major leak in NYC's water tunnel will be delayed until after 2027.
Pausing the project was necessary due to current drought conditions affecting reservoirs.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Sierra Nevada snowpack sees most bountiful three years in a row in 25 years

California's Sierra Nevada snowpack reached 96% of historical average, marking a significant recovery following years of severe droughts.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

For the first time in 25 years, California has a snowpack trifecta

California's snowpack reached 96% of average, marking the third consecutive year of above-average levels, which aids in water supply stability.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany forced to deal with drought DW 05/31/2025

Germany faces severe drought conditions impacting agriculture and increasing wildfire risks, prompting warnings about future water shortages.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Three wet winters in a row for the first time in 25 years? Sierra Nevada snowpack 85% of normal with more storms forecast

Northern California's water outlook remains healthy, with reservoirs full and less likelihood of summer water restrictions.
California is experiencing favorable winter conditions after years of drought.
New York City
fromMyNorthwest.com
2 months ago

Massive repair job on leaky NYC aqueduct will take a few more years to finish

The $2 billion project to fix a major leak in NYC's water tunnel will be delayed until after 2027.
Pausing the project was necessary due to current drought conditions affecting reservoirs.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Sierra Nevada snowpack sees most bountiful three years in a row in 25 years

California's Sierra Nevada snowpack reached 96% of historical average, marking a significant recovery following years of severe droughts.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

For the first time in 25 years, California has a snowpack trifecta

California's snowpack reached 96% of average, marking the third consecutive year of above-average levels, which aids in water supply stability.
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California
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

It's been a warm winter, and California's snowpack shows it

California's snowpack is currently 85% of average, with regions showing stark differences due to climate change impacts.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Glacier meltdown risks food and water supply of 2bn people, says UN

Retreating glaciers threaten food and water supply for 2 billion people, affecting agriculture and exacerbating food insecurity.
Skiing
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

What are the real impacts of melting glaciers? DW 05/30/2025

Glacier melting due to climate change threatens global freshwater supplies and community livelihoods. Immediate action is needed to mitigate these risks.
Agriculture
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Texas is headed for a drought-but lawmakers won't do the one thing necessary to save its water supply

Texas faces a water supply crisis exacerbated by rapid population growth, climate change, and the rule of capture that limits groundwater management.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

It's been a warm winter, and California's snowpack shows it

California's snowpack is currently 85% of average, with regions showing stark differences due to climate change impacts.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Glacier meltdown risks food and water supply of 2bn people, says UN

Retreating glaciers threaten food and water supply for 2 billion people, affecting agriculture and exacerbating food insecurity.
Skiing
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

What are the real impacts of melting glaciers? DW 05/30/2025

Glacier melting due to climate change threatens global freshwater supplies and community livelihoods. Immediate action is needed to mitigate these risks.
Agriculture
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Texas is headed for a drought-but lawmakers won't do the one thing necessary to save its water supply

Texas faces a water supply crisis exacerbated by rapid population growth, climate change, and the rule of capture that limits groundwater management.
more#climate-change
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Ethiopia's PM Abiy Ahmed says mega dam GERD on the Nile now complete'

Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed stated that the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) is complete, designed to uplift not just Ethiopia but also its neighbors, Egypt and Sudan.
Europe news
#public-health
NYC parents
fromHealthbeat
2 months ago

RFK's war on fluoride rings alarm with NYC health officials and dental experts

Federal officials' reconsideration of fluoride standards may impact New York City's tap water and public health.
NYC parents
fromHealthbeat
2 months ago

RFK's war on fluoride rings alarm with NYC health officials and dental experts

Federal officials' reconsideration of fluoride standards may impact New York City's tap water and public health.
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#california
California
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

California Rain Forecast Has Water Managers Waiting with Bated Breath'

California's upcoming storms are crucial for addressing precipitation deficits and replenishing vital water sources, especially the Sierra Nevada snowpack.
East Bay (California)
fromKqed
4 months ago

The Art of Measuring Snow; Al Akhbar's Middle East Jazz | KQED

California's snow scientists measure daily snowpack to predict water supply for the year.
The band Al Akhbar fuses Middle Eastern and western jazz traditions, creating a unique musical experience.
Silicon Valley
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Bay Area company develops new technology that holds promise of safer desalination practices

New desalination technology promises to revolutionize California's water supply with minimal environmental impact.
California
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

California has a snowpack trifecta for the first time in 25 years

California's snowpack has marked a trifecta of average or above-average snowfall for three consecutive years, a rare occurrence.
Local conservation efforts in Southern California have bolstered water reliability amidst varied snowfall patterns.
fromKqed
1 week ago
California

Golden Mussel Presents Widespread Threat To Major California Reservoir | KQED

California
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

California Rain Forecast Has Water Managers Waiting with Bated Breath'

California's upcoming storms are crucial for addressing precipitation deficits and replenishing vital water sources, especially the Sierra Nevada snowpack.
East Bay (California)
fromKqed
4 months ago

The Art of Measuring Snow; Al Akhbar's Middle East Jazz | KQED

California's snow scientists measure daily snowpack to predict water supply for the year.
The band Al Akhbar fuses Middle Eastern and western jazz traditions, creating a unique musical experience.
Silicon Valley
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Bay Area company develops new technology that holds promise of safer desalination practices

New desalination technology promises to revolutionize California's water supply with minimal environmental impact.
California
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

California has a snowpack trifecta for the first time in 25 years

California's snowpack has marked a trifecta of average or above-average snowfall for three consecutive years, a rare occurrence.
Local conservation efforts in Southern California have bolstered water reliability amidst varied snowfall patterns.
fromKqed
1 week ago
California

Golden Mussel Presents Widespread Threat To Major California Reservoir | KQED

more#california
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

How vulnerable is critical infrastructure to cyberattack in the US?

"With great connectivity comes great responsibility."
Public health
#water-conservation
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fromBusiness Matters
3 weeks ago

AI boom means regulator cannot predict future water shortages in England

"The Environment Agency admits it has no reliable data on how much water is consumed by the booming artificial intelligence sector, complicating future water resource planning."
Artificial intelligence
#delta-conveyance-project
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US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Texas farmers struggle as Mexico and U.S. wrestle with water from the Rio Grande treaty

Water from Mexico's Rio Conchos is vital for farming in Texas, but challenges threaten water agreements.
Regional droughts and aging infrastructure hinder water deliveries from Mexico.
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago

Feet of new Tahoe snow extending ski season as snowpack is at 90% of average

The snowpack at Tahoe is at 90% of average, with up to five feet of new snow expected, bringing joy to skiers and snowboarders.
San Francisco Giants
Silicon Valley
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

New desalination technology being tested in California could lower costs of tapping seawater

New desalination technology in California aims to provide fresh water without harming marine life.
OceanWell Co.'s innovative pods could transform water supply amid ongoing drought challenges.
UK news
fromeuronews
4 months ago

Swedish police investigate suspected sabotage on Baltic Sea island

Swedish officials reported a possible sabotage incident targeting Gotland's water supply amid broader concerns of security threats in the Baltic Sea.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

California and federal government set to increase water deliveries after storms

State and federal agencies are increasing water allocations to California farms and cities due to improved reservoir levels from recent storms.
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