It’s not just drought impacting the snowpack, researchers say. Higher Western temperatures are sucking vital water from the seven-state basin.
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Colorado River task force focuses first meeting on hopes, concerns about fast-paced process
Members from around Colorado met to discuss how the task force can fulfill its job: providing a unified recommendation for state legislators by December.
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Is climate change making Colorado’s weather crazier? Yes.
Q&A with a NOAA meteorologist connects rising carbon to Southwestern heat domes, Canadian wildfires, Phoenix furnace and more
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What can Coloradans do to save water at home? Experts share tips, insight into water-saving strategies
From shorter showers to new faucets, Colorado experts break down the role of at-home water use in the Colorado River’s limited supply.
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Colorado sees major drop in water use as historic rains continued in June
Despite the good news, last month still set a global record for the warmest June in 174 years of data collection
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Colorado is drought-free for the first time since 2019. Will it last?
Over the past 22 years, the state has only seen short breaks from drought often followed by longer, more severe drought conditions.
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Zornio: Who is responsible for serious hail injuries at Red Rocks, the venue or ticket holders?
After roughly 100 people were injured at the outdoor venue, Coloradans have been quick to blame either the venue or the patrons. Who’s right?
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Side-by-side photos show how much Blue Mesa Reservoir’s water levels have risen thanks to this winter’s snow
Pictures document “Big Blue” in 2021 and again in 2023
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Colorado River officials weigh how to cut water, include tribes ahead of looming negotiations
Tribal, state and federal officials converged on Boulder to discuss key concerns and make wish lists to address the river basin’s uncertain water future.
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Developers behind San Luis Valley water export plan pour money into Douglas County water district races
Two candidates for Parker water board received large campaign contributions from group wanting to build a $400 million pipeline to siphon water from southern Colorado