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A shrinking lifeline: US and Mexico strike new Colorado River deal, cutting Mexico's share by 17% for two years

Mexico will accept reduced Colorado River water allocations under a new binational agreement. This accord, known as Minute 334, aims to manage dwindling water resources effectively. The agreement allows Mexico to store some water in Lake Mead for future use. Environmental restoration efforts in the Colorado River Delta will also…

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US-Mexico river deal cuts Mexico’s Colorado River share by 250,000 acre-feet for 2 years

Mexico's commitment to draw less water from the Colorado River system showcases a proactive approach amid ongoing sustainability challenges. This two-year agreement, lauded by experts for its exemplary binational collaboration, emerged from a series of meetings held by a dedicated commission. It aims to provide essential water stability for users…

The Times of India

In 2003, scientists targeted invasive fish in the Grand Canyon. By 2006, Rainbow Trout fell from 90% to less than 10% of the catch

For four consecutive years, scientists actively removed invasive fish species from the Colorado River. This strategic initiative led to a notable shift in the river's fish population, giving native fish a competitive advantage free from predation. Yet, persistent drought conditions complicated efforts to isolate the improvements directly linked to the…

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In 1996, USGS released an 8-day Glen Canyon flood at 1,275 cubic metres per second to track sediment; 120 cross sections measured how the flood changed the Colorado River channel

Engineers conducted artificial flood releases from the Glen Canyon Dam to help revive eroded sandbars, simulating natural river dynamics affected by the dam's presence. Early findings were promising, showing increased sandbar growth, but the benefits diminished over time due to continued sediment blockage. Further flood events and enhanced monitoring strategies…

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Normally arid Grand Canyon hit with deadly flash floods, leaving two dead and at least 15 missing. More rain is expected

Certain places saw 4ft walls of rushing debris.

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A Wall of Water Erased Nearly Every Footbridge in the Grand Canyon and Left About 15 People Unaccounted For

One person died, and about 15 remain unaccounted for after a Grand Canyon flash flood destroyed footbridges and knocked out the park water pipeline.

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Flash flood hits Grand Canyon’s Phantom Ranch, more than 20 people missing

Flash flooding near Phantom Ranch sent debris into the Colorado River, destroyed footbridges and left more than 20 people missing or unaccounted for.

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Watch: Grand Canyon flash flood sends bunkhouse, boulders rushing downstream; at least 20 missing

A fierce flash flood surged through Arizona's Grand Canyon on August 29, transforming Bright Angel Canyon and the Colorado River into raging torrents of debris-laden water. Reports confirm that at least twenty people are missing following this alarming occurrence. Over sixty individuals were evacuated from Phantom Ranch and Bright Angel…

The Times of India

Grand Canyon shuts for tourists after flash flood knocks out sole water pipeline; 15 people missing

A major flash flood at Grand Canyon swept debris into the Colorado River. This event damaged the park's sole water pipeline, forcing evacuations. Over sixty people were evacuated from Phantom Ranch and other areas. Overnight stays at lodges and hotels are now halted due to water supply issues. Park officials…

The Economic Times

Dozens evacuated from Grand Canyon after flash flood hits creek leading to the Colorado River

Officials say dozens of people have been evacuated from the depths of the Grand Canyon because of heavy rain and flooding

The Independent UK

An engineering mistake in 1905 accidentally created California’s largest lake — and it changed the desert forever

In 1905, an engineering blunder redirected the Colorado River into a desert basin, unintentionally giving rise to California's Salton Sea. Initially, this man-made lake flourished as a vibrant resort destination, attracting countless visitors. However, over time, rising salinity and dwindling water levels have altered its appeal. Despite these challenges, the…

The Economic Times

Cloud seeding start-up uses drones to generate 19 million gallons of water in Alaska in three hours

The company says its technology will help refill the Colorado River and battle droughts across the West

The Independent UK

Nevada files lawsuit challenging federal plan for Colorado River revival

California, Arizona and Nevada face about 20% cut to water supply over two years under Trump administration plan

The Guardian - US

The US has a plan to save the Colorado River. Experts say it won’t be enough to stop the crisis

The 10-year blueprint mandates water cuts of up to 40% for California, Arizona and Nevada

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The Conversation

Colorado River water conservation efforts get only halfway to a solution

In August 2026 the nation’s two largest reservoirs, Lake Mead and Lake Powell, both on the Colorado River, hit their lowest levels since they first began to be filled in 1936 and 1963, respectively.

The Economic Times

In 2024, managers deliberately cooled the Colorado River to protect the Grand Canyon from invasive smallmouth bass. 2 years later, no bass recruitment had been detected, but the effort cost $19.1 million in replacement power

Managers at Glen Canyon Dam used an unusual strategy to protect native Colorado River fish from invasive smallmouth bass: they deliberately cooled downstream water during periods when the fish could reproduce. The “Cool Mix” operation combined colder water from lower river outlets with water passing through power-generating penstocks, keeping temperatures…

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In 1935, this dam submerged entire US town under 60 feet of water; nearly 90 years later, falling lake levels are bringing the 'ghost town' back to life

Hoover Dam Construction: St. Thomas, a historic Nevada town, has reemerged as Lake Mead's water levels decline. The former Mormon settlement was submerged for decades after Hoover Dam's construction. Its streets and building foundations are now visible, offering a glimpse into the past. This reappearance highlights the dramatic changes in…

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A ghost town disappeared beneath 60 feet of water after Hoover Dam was built; Lake Mead’s decline is bringing it back to life

A submerged ghost town named St. Thomas is reappearing as Lake Mead's water levels drop. This former Mormon settlement was flooded after the Hoover Dam's construction decades ago. Visitors can now walk through the revealed streets and building foundations of the old community. The town's reappearance highlights the severe drought…

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Lake Mead fell to 1,040.4 feet as the Colorado River crisis deepened; Lake Powell is also under pressure, raising questions over water and hydropower

Lake Mead, the largest reservoir in the United States, has reached its lowest recorded level since it was created nearly 90 years ago, according to AP News. The reservoir fell to 1,040.4 feet above sea level, just below its previous record low from July 2022. At the same time, Lake…

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Colorado River officials face a fish-versus-power tradeoff as warmer water threatens native humpback chub and cool releases bypass dam turbines

This year, federal officials have decided against releasing cool water from the Colorado River reservoirs, emphasizing the need for hydropower production over the conservation of a threatened fish species. The river and its reservoirs are facing severe depletion from overuse and climate change, while states have been unable to reach…

The Independent UK

Lake Mead water has hit a new low — and there’s little hope of improvement: ‘It’s grim’

Lake Mead is part of the Colorado River Basin system, which supplies water to around 40 million people across seven states, tribal communities and parts of Mexico

The Independent UK

Feds sacrifice rare fish in Colorado River to save power for millions

Federal officials will not be releasing water from one of the Colorado River's major reservoirs

The Economic Times

In 1869, Civil War veteran John Wesley Powell and nine others entered the unmapped Grand Canyon. What they discovered transformed geology

John Wesley Powell led a daring expedition down the Colorado River in 1869. He navigated violent rapids and towering canyon walls, documenting geological formations. Powell's observations revealed the Grand Canyon's gradual formation over millions of years. His detailed scientific record laid the foundation for future geological studies. This exploration significantly…

The Times of India

How a 242-mile aqueduct carried Colorado River water across mountains and transformed Southern California

In 1933, construction crews began work on the Colorado River Aqueduct, an engineering project designed to solve a problem that had been building for years: Southern California's rapidly growing coastal cities were running out of local water. The plan called for pulling water from the Colorado River near the California-Arizona…

The Independent UK

Three states told to cut water use by 20% to save the Colorado River

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs called the federal plan ‘unacceptable’ and ‘draconian’

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