Drought

Colorado and other Western states are experiencing the worst snow drought in decades, not because of dry conditions but really warm temperatures that change snow to rain.

The Front Range is partway through what’s been an unusually warm and dry winter. Whatever you think of this weather, the trees in your yard are probably suffering. Today on In The NoCo, expert advice from tree specialists at CSU Extension on how to help your trees make it through the winter in good shape.

The state’s snowpack, a vital water supply, is the worst on record for this time of year. Water managers expect to cling onto every last drop come summer. Listen to "Morning Edition" host Michael Lyle, Jr. discuss this story with Colorado Sun reporter Shannon Mullane and then read the entire article at the link below.

Across the Mountain West, where drought and shrinking reservoirs are putting pressure on already limited water supplies, decisions about who uses how much water often hinge on imperfect data. A nonprofit collaboration called OpenET hopes to change that.

Water forecasters, researchers, and politicians are all watching with bated breath as closed-door negotiations continue over allocating water in the Colorado River after 2026. Many are getting frustrated with what they see as a lack of action in the face of a mounting crisis.

A forecasted winter La Niña, lingering drought conditions and dwindling reservoirs are causing water managers to worry.

A new report finds that rising temperatures are making droughts across the Mountain West and Southwest even worse — and longer-lasting.

Three studies of the Pacific Ocean conclude that lower precipitation isn’t just due to natural causes.

For hundreds of years, Hispanic communities across the Southwest have relied on these networks of hand-dug irrigation ditches to water their crops and feed their families. Now, these ancient traditions are under pressure from a changing climate.

Colorado aspen trees are starting to change colors unusually early this year – despite the continued summer heat. Why is this happening? And how will it affect the thousands of leaf-peepers who drive to the high county to enjoy the fall colors? We explore the science behind why the aspens are popping early this year.