Drought

Because of the severe California drought, the delta smelt, a small, silver fish that calls the Klamath River and Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta home is even more likely to become extinct. Under the Endangered Species Act of 1992, the delta smelt is listed as a species that could become extinct. In …

As the California drought continues to loom over the state, a survey conducted by the Associated Press reveals how residents across the nation feel about water cutbacks. Despite the common notion that farmers – and the agricultural industry – are hurting drought-stricken California, the study concluded that residents, across various states, believe …

Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti announced a partnership with technology venture company rhubarb studios to address the historic California drought.  The two parties are coming together for a hackathon series, known as “Hack for Humanity,” where members of the technology sector come together to address issues in the Los Angeles area. …

A recent study by the California Water Foundation (CWF) found that the California drought is concerning to residents across the state. CWF randomly surveyed 1,000 voters across the state for their opinion on water-related issues. 37 percent of those surveyed found that the lack of investment of infrastructure was to …

On Tuesday, Oregon Governor Kate Brown declared a drought emergency in 23 of the state’s 26 counties. Governor Brown issued an executive order for the state to cut water usage by 15 percent by the end of 2020. Beginning on November 1st of this year, each Oregon water agency will …

The Agricultural Council of California, better known as Ag Council, is working to change the public’s perception of farmers across the state. Because of the California drought, farmers have long been the scapegoat for the state’s water shortage. The media, according to the Ag Council, has perpetuated this notion that …