Water and environmental news

Residents Warn of Threat to Santa Cruz River if Sewer Pipe Ruptures Again

Jul 31, 2018 Last year, rains caused a breach in a pipeline that carries raw sewage from Mexico to the U.S.

Meteorologists Expect Relief From Drought Conditions for Arizona

Jul 30, 2018 Monsoon rains and El Niño weather pattern are expected to bring the Southwest closer to normal conditions.

Turning to Recycled Wastewater, Cities May Face an Obstacle: The 'Ick' Factor

Jul 27, 2018 Despite the assurances of scientists, some people can't help but associate safe-to-drink recycled water with human excrement.

Mt. Graham Visitors Urged to be Weather Aware

Jul 26, 2018 Flash flooding risk is high after last year's fire.

Goldilocks Approach: Hoping to Keep Grass Green and Water Waste Down

Jul 26, 2018 Phoenix-area HOAs are trying to save water on the green fields that the desert residents adore.

Drought Remains, But Rains Put Dent in Southwest Fire Danger

Jul 25, 2018 While monsoon can act as a "shut-off valve" for wildfire, much of the West continues to experience drought conditions.

In the Desert City of Tucson, the Grass is Not Greener

Jul 25, 2018 A few factors helped turn this former city of lawns into a leader in desert-adapted landscaping practices.

Santa Cruz County Residents Demand Fix for Outdated Sewer Pipe

Jul 24, 2018 The pipeline, prone to failure, carries raw sewage from Mexico into the U.S.

The Modern Toilet: A Contender for Water Conservation MVP

Jul 24, 2018 The toilet's rise to a central role in conservation included an act of Congress, logs of miso paste and some serious elbow grease.

Nature Enthusiasts Help UA Researchers Tackle Butterfly Data

Jul 24, 2018 Volunteers' hobby turns into valuable citizen science from the field.

Drought Forces Emergency Measures for US West's Wild Horses

Jul 23, 2018 Parts of the region have witnessed some of the driest conditions on record, putting stress on wild horses experiencing overpopulation.

Water Conservation Ethic Grows in Utah While Some Eye Pipeline Project

Jul 23, 2018 The state requires districts to set usage goals as developers look to projects to increase the flow to consumers.

Attempt to Block Funding for Ironwood Forest Falls Short

Jul 19, 2018 Conservationists said the amendment would have paved the way to roll back its national-monument protections.

Navajo Nation Begins Negotiations With Possible New Coal Plant Owner

Jul 17, 2018 President Russell Begaye said Monday that an agreement with New York-based Avenue Capital could be in front of lawmakers by October.

Havasu Falls-Area Flooding Forces 200 Evacuations

Jul 12, 2018 No injuries reported; the popular destination on tribal land is expected to be closed for more than a week.

Monsoon Moisture Leads to Drop in Fire Restrictions

Jul 12, 2018 Various agencies will lift the restrictions starting on Friday, thanks to seasonal precipitation.

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