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Western United States on Brink of First Ever Water Shortage Declaration

Lake Mead water shortage

Water levels in the western United States are nearing historically low levels. Despite snowstorms in parts of the West, we haven’t seen enough precipitation to replenish water sources. Many man-made lakes have seen their water levels fall, diminishing reserves that supply millions of people. Projections show that levels could drop even more, which may prompt the federal government to declare […]

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Alex Mangels | April 23, 2021
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