What might Colorado River cuts mean for Arizona, other states?
The Biden administration floated two ideas this week to reduce water usage from the dwindling Colorado River, which supplies 40 million people.
The Biden administration floated two ideas this week to reduce water usage from the dwindling Colorado River, which supplies 40 million people.
In Colorado River talks, still no agreement about water cuts
On one side is California and some tribes along the river that want to protect their high-priority rights to the river’s water, which they use for drinking and farming. On the other side are the other six states — Colorado, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Wyoming and New Mexico — who say it’s time to come up with an approach that more fairly shares the river.
On one side is California and some tribes along the river that want to protect their high-priority rights to the river’s water, which they use for drinking and farming. On the other side are the other six states — Colorado, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Wyoming and New Mexico — who say it’s time to come up with an approach that more fairly shares the river.
EPA finds cancer risk from sterilization chemical, proposes usage limits
“EPA’s number one priority is protecting people’s health and safety,” EPA Administrator Michael Regan said in a statement.
“EPA’s number one priority is protecting people’s health and safety,” EPA Administrator Michael Regan said in a statement.
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.
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.
Study: Climate change causing spike in MLB home runs
A new study finds that climate change is making major league sluggers into even hotter hitters, sending an extra 50 or so home runs a year over the fences.
A new study finds that climate change is making major league sluggers into even hotter hitters, sending an extra 50 or so home runs a year over the fences.
Tesla announces big plans for cheaper iron-based batteries
Tesla Inc. is planning to install iron-based batteries that are not only cheaper, but less of a fire hazard, in a version of an affordable electric vehicle and a semi heavy electric truck, according to reports.
Tesla Inc. is planning to install iron-based batteries that are not only cheaper, but less of a fire hazard, in a version of an affordable electric vehicle and a semi heavy electric truck, according to reports.
How sulfate causes air in Texas' Gulf of Mexico coast to be more polluted
Researchers at the University of Houston claim shipping emissions, humidity, and strong sea breeze also contribute to the hazy conditions.
Researchers at the University of Houston claim shipping emissions, humidity, and strong sea breeze also contribute to the hazy conditions.
Norfolk Southern train cars derail, spilling diesel and oil; 2 taken to hospital
Two Norfolk crew members were briefly hospitalized after the crash.
Two Norfolk crew members were briefly hospitalized after the crash.
Deadliest volcano in Western Hemisphere shows signs of increased activity
An eruption in 1985 caused the deaths of more than 25,000 people.
An eruption in 1985 caused the deaths of more than 25,000 people.
Avian flu kills 3 California condors in northern Arizona
The California condors are part of a population that moves throughout northern Arizona and southern Utah, including Grand Canyon National Park.
The California condors are part of a population that moves throughout northern Arizona and southern Utah, including Grand Canyon National Park.
Tribe warns U.S. government against moving ahead with Arizona mine
A U.S. government attorney said during last month’s hearing of a full panel of the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals that the final environmental impact study for construction of the mine at Oak Flat, Arizona, could be published this spring.
A U.S. government attorney said during last month’s hearing of a full panel of the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals that the final environmental impact study for construction of the mine at Oak Flat, Arizona, could be published this spring.
Scientists find ‘mountains,’ variable structures near Earth’s core
Samantha Hansen, a lead researcher, said the team was surprised by how “abundant” the structures were, finding evidence all over the southern hemisphere.
Samantha Hansen, a lead researcher, said the team was surprised by how “abundant” the structures were, finding evidence all over the southern hemisphere.
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.
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.
Rare disease found in Colorado fish urges warning as ‘Sandy Flesh’ spreads West
It's the first time myofibrogranuloma, also known as Sandy Flesh disease, has been found in the state, Colorado Parks and Wildlife said.
It's the first time myofibrogranuloma, also known as Sandy Flesh disease, has been found in the state, Colorado Parks and Wildlife said.
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.
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.
Here's what really happens to your used clothing donations
Overall, only about 15% of used clothes and other textile waste is recycled in the U.S., according to EPA data. Here’s how to make sure your old clothes have the best impact.
Overall, only about 15% of used clothes and other textile waste is recycled in the U.S., according to EPA data. Here’s how to make sure your old clothes have the best impact.
A look at Bartlett Dam as Arizona releases water after wet and snowy winter
Because of our wet and snowy winter, Arizona has seen water releases from Valley dams that we haven't seen in years, including Bartlett Dam north of the Valley. So much water has been released there this year, it's equivalent to draining and filling Bartlett Lake three different times. FOX 10's Troy Hayden got special access to the dam to see how it all works.
Because of our wet and snowy winter, Arizona has seen water releases from Valley dams that we haven't seen in years, including Bartlett Dam north of the Valley. So much water has been released there this year, it's equivalent to draining and filling Bartlett Lake three different times. FOX 10's Troy Hayden got special access to the dam to see how it all works.
Here's why there could be pink snow at Yellowstone this summer
Visitors can see a variety of colorful snow patches, including pink, green, orange, and brown at different areas of Yellowstone Park this summer.
Visitors can see a variety of colorful snow patches, including pink, green, orange, and brown at different areas of Yellowstone Park this summer.
Teens value working for companies with positive environmental impact: Survey
A survey of high schools on what’s important to them in their future careers found they prioritize purpose, specifically addressing sustainability, hunger, and environmental concerns.
A survey of high schools on what’s important to them in their future careers found they prioritize purpose, specifically addressing sustainability, hunger, and environmental concerns.
Hawaii considers tourist fees to help protect its natural environment
“All I want to do, honestly, is to make travelers accountable and have the capacity to help pay for the impact that they have," one Hawaii lawmaker said.
“All I want to do, honestly, is to make travelers accountable and have the capacity to help pay for the impact that they have," one Hawaii lawmaker said.