Vanishing Water Mystery: Scientists Uncover Why the Colorado River Is Running Dry

Dry spring weather is causing plants to use more snowmelt, reducing Colorado River streamflow. This explains why runoff predictions have missed the mark since 2000, highlighting the need to improve forecasts by factoring in spring rainfall. The Colorado River and its tributaries supply water for hydropower, irrigation, and drinking to seven U.S. states and Mexico. […] Read More