New technology helping to measure Arizona's snowpack

For the first time, researchers are taking to the skies to quantify Arizona's snowpack, and results from these new operations are giving us an important look at the state's water future.

New tech measures Arizona winter snowmelt
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For the first time, researchers are taking to the skies to quantify Arizona's changing snowpack, and results from these new operations are in. FOX 10's Megan Spector reports.

San Diego considers selling water to Arizona amid ongoing Colorado River water negotiations
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Arizona is in talks with San Diego, a city willing to share its water, but at a huge price. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen learns more as leaders continue to battle it out over access to the Colorado River.

Arizona considers buying California water as Colorado River tensions remain high

Arizona is in talks with San Diego to potentially trade funding for California desalination projects in exchange for a larger share of Colorado River water.

Colorado River: Hot temps leave experts concerned
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As Arizona bakes under a Spring heatwave, some are worried the record-breaking heat could impact the future of the Colorado River, which is the West's most vital water source. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz has more.

Colorado River cuts: AZ faces threat of steep reductions
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Arizona and six other states that rely on the Colorado River have just days to strike a deal on water supplies.

Colorado River: Water talks continue as Valentine's Day deadline approaches

Gov. Katie Hobbs said she has been clear that the state "isn’t willing to go further than the 27% of our water that’s on the table" without more reductions from other states. Meanwhile, a deadline is fast approaching.

Colorado River: Gov. Hobbs talks possible cutbacks
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Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs and leaders of six other states are facing a fast-approaching deadline to strike a deal on how the Colorado River will be rationed. FOX 10's Ashlie Rodriguez reports.

Rio Verde Foothills: Water supply woes end as new water station opens

Residents in the Rio Verde Foothills area have been dealing with a water supply crisis for years, but that came to an end on Jan. 1, when a company opened a new facility to serve the community.

Facility restores water for Rio Verde Foothills
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It has been years since residents in the Rio Verde Foothills area battled a water supply crisis, and to kick off 2026, a new water facility has opened to serve residents in the area. FOX 10's Kenzie Beach reports.

Feb. 14 deadline set for Colorado River water agreement
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Western states now face a Valentine's Day deadline to reach a final agreement on how to divide up water from the Colorado River.

Wenden: Arizona town affected by groundwater usage
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Water - and whether we have enough of it - continues to be a statewide issue, and one community about 100 miles northwest of Phoenix is at the forefront of the crisis, as the state's water crisis is actually causing the town to sink. FOX 10's Ashlie Rodriguez reports.

Colorado River water rights: Arizona mayors host meeting to talk about water future

"We are facing unprecedented challenges," said Central Arizona Project's General Manager. "Two decades of drought, over-allocation and an unwillingness of some to protect its future has put immense pressure on the system."

AZ mayors form coalition amid ongoing water battle
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Mayors in Arizona are presenting a united front amid an ongoing battle over water. FOX 10's Brian Webb reports.

Arizona groundwater levels are in jeopardy, research shows

A study using NASA satellites found the Colorado River Basin is depleting rapidly, losing water equal to Lake Mead's capacity in 20 years, with the drought cited as a primary cause.

Arizona's groundwater crisis deepens, study warns
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New research from Arizona State University and NASA indicates Arizona's reliance on groundwater is in jeopardy, as underground water storage faces significant depletion. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen has the details.

AZ, other states face water sharing deal deadline
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The anxiety over Arizona's water supply is growing, as the state, along with others that rely on the Colorado River, have to come to an agreement by 2026. On June 17, Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs attended a meeting to discuss where things stand currently. FOX 10's Ashlie Rodriguez has more.

Arizona's fight for Colorado River water ramps up
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Arizona is one of several states in the lower basin of the Colorado River fighting for rights to secure its water supply as negotiations heat up. Governor Katie Hobbs joins FOX 10's Steve Nielsen on a helicopter tour of the river.

Touring SRP's water storage around Arizona
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FOX 10's John Hook took an aerial tour of lakes and dams in Arizona that store much of the state's water. We're looking at the current water levels in these lakes and dams to see if they support the idea that Arizona is experiencing a water crisis.