A year of Arizona's wet weather made a big dent in drought conditions – but how much?
You might've guessed it. With a wet monsoon and a snowy, cold winter, Arizona's short-term drought from last summer has improved drastically. But are we out of the woods? FOX 10 Meteorologist Krystal Ortiz answers the questions you might have.
Arizona tribe, US officials reach deal to save Colorado River water
The $233 million pact with the Gila River Indian Community is part of a broader effort to get states that rely on the Colorado River to substantially lessen their water use.
Dramatic photos show how storms filled California reservoirs
Water levels fell so low in key reservoirs during the depth of California’s drought that boat docks sat on dry, cracked land and cars drove into the center of what should have been Folsom Lake.
Body found in Lake Mead identified as man who drowned in 1974, coroner says
Donald P. Smith was 39 when he was reported missing in the waters of the Colorado River reservoir behind Hoover Dam, the Clark County coroner’s office said in a statement. The identification was made through DNA, and his death has been ruled accidental.
Supreme Court justices appear split in Navajo Nation water rights case
Justices on the U.S. Supreme Court appear split as they weigh a dispute involving the federal government and the Navajo Nation's quest for water from the drought-stricken Colorado River.
City of Phoenix considering big water rate hike: Here's what you should know
The City of Phoenix is looking at raising water and sewer rates, as well as lowering the monthly water allowance for its water users. Here's a look at what they are proposing.
Feds want justices to end Navajo fight for Colorado River water
More than 150 years ago, the U.S. government and the tribe signed treaties that promised the tribe a “permanent home" — a promise the Navajo Nation says includes a sufficient supply of water.
Scientists: Largest US reservoirs moving in right direction
Climate experts caution that the favorable drought maps in the Southwest represent only a blip on the radar as the long-term effects of a stubborn drought persist.
Grand Canyon National Park planning a $208M waterline repair
Originally built in the 1960s, the 12 ½-mile waterline provides the potable water for all facilities on the South Rim and inner canyon facilities within the park.
Water released from reservoirs causing flooding on some Arizona roadways
SRP has been releasing dams northeast of Phoenix and the water has made its way to the Salt River bed in west Phoenix – causing some roads to flood.
Arizona lakes swell following wet winter: 'It’s outstanding to have this kind of moisture'
Lakes have been swelling in Arizona thanks to a wet winter and Roosevelt Lake might be the best example as forest rangers announced some of the boat ramps are closed because there’s just too much water.
SRP releasing water from reservoir to make room for anticipated runoff
With recent rain and snow as well as a watershed that is 86%, SRP officials have started to release water from one of their reservoirs in order to make room for even more water.
Global carbon dioxide emissions reached a record high in 2022
More carbon dioxide was emitted last year than in any other year on records dating to 1900, a result of air travel rebounding and more cities turning to coal as a low-cost source of power.
Arizona cities dealing with water issues as megadrought continues: here's what you need to know
Officials with the cities of Chandler, Glendale, Mesa, Phoenix, Tempe, and Scottsdale have begun some stages of drought protocols.
Arizona drought: New data shows improvement, SRP reports good snowpack levels
Data from the U.S. Drought Monitor shows improved drought condition throughout Arizona, when compared to February 2022, but does this mean Arizona's water crisis is over? Experts say not so fast.
Ditch grass, get cash: Mesa offers $1K cash incentive for xeriscaping
Mesa residents who switch from grass yards to xeriscape, or desert-friendly landscaping, can get up to $1,100 - the highest cash incentive program of this kind in the Valley.