Environment & Outdoors

The Central Utah Water Conservancy District says it has enough water for now....
Marc Giauque

Utah’s largest water district says there’s enough water — for now

The managers of Utah's largest water system are saying there's enough water in the Central Utah Water Conservancy District for now.
4 years ago
Ogden water shortage...
Simone Seikaly

Ogden mayor declares water shortage, implements watering restrictions

OGDEN, Utah — The Mayor of Ogden is setting some strict water rules after declaring the city is in a state of severe water shortage. The guidelines he’s issuing are effective immediately. Cited in the mayor’s announcement was that the snowpack is at 65% of the average, and Pineview Reservoir storage is currently at 52% […]
4 years ago
a sprinkler is show, utah drought levels have improved...
Dan Bammes

Wet weather means wait to water says USU expert

Due to the water received in northern Utah in April and May, an expert with Utah State University has homeowners can wait to water their lawn.
4 years ago
The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm for Salt Lake and Davis counties through ...
Mark Jones

Strong winds move across northern Utah, causes problems for inbound flights to SLC

Strong winds moved along portions of northern Utah Monday night.
4 years ago
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Stephanie Elam, CNN

Drought sinks Lake Mead to an unprecedented low

The valve at Lake Mead was in service since 1971 but due to drought can no longer draw water, according to the Southern Nevada Water Authority,
4 years ago
BYU study finds we need to stop watering as much as we are....
Simone Seikaly

Time to water the lawn? Not quite yet, say Utah water officials.

There were only a few counties in Utah at the end of Apri, 2022,l where residents were advised to water the lawn.
4 years ago
shrinking great salt lake...
Lindsay Aerts

At water summit, a warning about the shrinking Great Salt Lake

The economic hit connected to the shrinking Great Salt Lake could be billions of dollars according to the Department of Natural Resources.
4 years ago
The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources are making proactive fish stocking changes to lower impacts...
Mark Jones

DWR to make proactive fish stocking changes to lower impact of drought

The DWR is implementing proactive fish stocking changes to minimize the impact of the drought.
4 years ago
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Chandler Holt

Lake Powell to receive a boost in water supply

Lake Powell will be receiving a much-needed boost amid dropping water levels. It will receive over 156 billion gallons of water.
4 years ago
A pair of Resource Advisors from the Coconino National Forest record data in Division Alpha as they...
Haley Brink, CNN meteorologist

Millions in the Southwest could see ‘dangerous and dire’ weather take shape, weather service says

Hot and windy weather conditions in the Southwest could create dangerous fire conditions.
4 years ago
Photo of a vibrant green lawn...
Dan Bammes

Strategies to make that green lawn last a little longer into the hot summer

Northern Utah has had good luck in April with wet weather helping lawns to green up quickly. Helping the soil stay moist is the heat of summer is a good rule of thumb.
4 years ago
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Mark Jones

Rain in the forecast for Utah on Friday

Rain is in the forecast for much of Utah on Friday, and extending into Saturday.
4 years ago
Colorado River Basin...
Paul Nelson

Gov. Cox issues another emergency drought order for Utah

Governor Spencer Cox declared an emergency drought for Utah for the second straight year.
4 years ago
Dust and rain in Salt Lake Valley, wind advisory...
Waverly Golden

Wind advisory issued for areas across Utah

Salt Lake Valley can expect high gusts of wind and dust until 10 p.m. on April 21. The National Weather Service issued a wind advisory.
4 years ago
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Chandler Holt

WSU achieves water conservation goals four years early

Over 5 years ago, Weber State University set a water conservation goal to reduce campus water usage by 30% by 2025, a goal they achieved in 2021.
4 years ago
The Great Salt Lake's levels could mean bad news from dust that blows up in the wind....
Kira Hoffelmeyer

How the Great Salt Lake lakebed could contribute to pollution, other issues

Great Salt Lake researchers found heavy metals as well as manmade and naturally occurring chemicals in the dust that's blown around as the water levels sink.
4 years ago
The Great Salt Lake is an important migratory area for birds across North America....
Kira Hoffelmeyer

Great Salt Lake sinking levels could impact bird migration

The drying up Great Salt Lake could have dire consequences for migrating birds. It's not just the lack of water, there are a few different things at play. 
4 years ago
Due to Utah drought, water supply will be affected....
Waverly Golden

Less water supply due to Utah drought conditions

Due to less water supply in North Salt Lake, residents will need to practice conservation methods. Those who use more water may pay more.
4 years ago
Image of snow covered mountains surrounded by fog...
Aimee Cobabe

How will our latest snow storm impact the drought? 

A fresh layer of snow now tops Utah's mountains but it won’t make much of an impact on our drought, according to KSL Meterologist Kevin Eubank
4 years ago
Winter-storm may impact fruit tree production this summer...
Aimee Cobabe

Winter storm could impact fruit trees and fruit harvest this summer

Recent winter storms could impact fruit trees' production rates. Certain steps can be taken to protect against winter-storm implications.
4 years ago
Image of snow covered mountains surrounded by fog...
Kira Hoffelmeyer

Avalanche danger will spike as big spring storm rolls in

The avalanche danger will rise from "low" to "considerable" really quickly, reaching that considerable rating by late Tuesday morning.
4 years ago
A man walks in the rain. Incoming weather will bring rain and snow...
Martha Harris and Samantha Herrera

Winter storm hits Utah with wind, rain, and snow

The weather in Utah will see a few changes in the next few hours, according to the National Weather Service.
4 years ago
(A picture tweeted by Bountiful City, explaining that the green water is not harmful.)...
Paul Nelson

Bountiful officials say drinking water is safe, even though it’s green

City leaders in Bountiful are telling everyone not to worry about the water… even if it’s a little greener than people would like it to be. 
4 years ago
Snowpack is already seemingly low, but some grant money could help U of U researchers develop bette...
Paul Nelson

Snowpack could be measured better with grant for U of U researchers

SALT LAKE CITY — Is it possible to get a more complete picture of the state’s snowpack and water situation? Researchers from the University of Utah just got a large grant which they say could help hydrologists have better information about what’s really on the slopes.  University of Utah Civil Engineering Professor Carlos Oroza has […]
4 years ago