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Los Angeles Times
2 weeks ago
OMG science

How a 'death trap' for fish in California's water system is limiting the pumping of supplies

Threatened fish deaths at the pumping plant force reduced water pumping, sparking debates and highlighting the need to balance water usage and environmental protection. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
California

After massive sewage spill, feds order fixes at L.A. water plant to improve resilience

EPA orders improvements at Hyperion Plant after sewage spill incident
Efforts to improve infrastructure to withstand climate change effects [ more ]
The Verge
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Cyberattacks are targeting US water systems, warns EPA and White House

Water and wastewater systems are vulnerable to cyberattacks due to lack of resources for cybersecurity practices.
Biden administration urges states to enhance security measures for critical water infrastructure against disabling cyberattacks. [ more ]
Nextgov.com
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

White House warns states of continued cyber threats to water infrastructure

Hackers target water sector infrastructure due to lack of resources and cybersecurity practices.
EPA and National Security Council warn states about cyber threats from China and IRGC. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
3 months ago
Chicago

Robbins and Chicago leaders split on how to stop water main leaking 'thousands of gallons an hour'

Chicago and Robbins officials are in disagreement about who should fix a major water leak beneath railroad tracks.
Robbins Mayor Darren Bryant argues that his town can't afford to fix the leak and calls for more funding for water infrastructure upgrades. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
East Bay (California)

Elias: Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta tunnel ain't necessarily' a done deal

The Delta tunnel project in California has received all necessary state government approvals, but construction has not yet begun.
The tunnel is expected to produce 500,000 acre feet of fresh water each year and supply water to about 5.2 million people. [ more ]
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