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An engineering mistake in 1905 accidentally created California’s largest lake — and it changed the desert foreverIn 1905, an engineering blunder redirected the Colorado River into a desert basin, unintentionally giving rise to California's Salton Sea. ...- In 2002, Shattuck Chemical agreed to pay $1.25 million for restoration of South Platte River following years of chemical release. 10 years later, the river was restored for migratory birds and native speciesHazardous substances near Shattuck Chemical Company prompted a settlement for restoration projects. Funds supported habitat improvements al...
- In 1935, this dam submerged entire US town under 60 feet of water; nearly 90 years later, falling lake levels are bringing the 'ghost town' back to lifeHoover Dam Construction: St. Thomas, a historic Nevada town, has reemerged as Lake Mead's water levels decline. The former Mormon settlemen...
- Boulder used a two-day gathering of scientists and engineers to tackle the challenge of reaching Titan; the result transformed the roadmap for human exploration beyond Mars, revealing that time and technology are the real barriersScientists and engineers explored the feasibility of human missions to Titan. Titan offers a dense atmosphere and abundant local chemistry ...
- In the 1800s, Americans planted tamarisk for windbreaks and erosion control; by 2005, the tree had spread across western river systems and become a major management concernTamarisk was originally brought in for various practical applications, but it has since proliferated across western waterways. This invasiv...
- In 1910, Beavers nearly disappeared from the US. Today they are reshaping rivers againNorth America's beaver population faced near extinction due to the fur trade. Fashion changes and conservation efforts allowed their number...
- In 1964, American engineers drew up NAWAPA, a plan to redirect the rivers of Alaska and Canada through the Rockies to water the US desert, re-plumbing an entire continentA 1964 plan proposed moving water from Alaska to the arid American West. This ambitious engineering project aimed for continental water red...
- US issues heat, flood and air quality alerts across multiple states after Fourth of July storms; check if it affects your regionSevere weather is impacting multiple US states following Fourth of July storms. Dangerous heat advisories are in effect for the Mid-Atlanti...
- Are the world’s freshwater sources vanishing before our eyes? Satellite images reveal an appalling global water crisisAcross the globe, our precious rivers, lakes, and reservoirs are diminishing at an alarming rate. Cutting-edge satellite imagery underscore...
- Major storm threatens Southern California with flooding, tornadoesMajor storm threatens Southern California with flooding, tornadoes and 60 mph winds. Mandatory evacuations ordered for 114 locations near P...
- Texas lake hits 100% capacity after 15 years — officials urge caution amid flooding fearsHeavy rains filled Lake Buchanan in Texas, a first since 2005. Authorities released water to prevent floods. The lake reached full capacity...
- Did a cosmic impact reshape the Grand Canyon? Scientists uncover stunning clues from 56,000 years agoScientists find a link between Barringer Crater and Grand Canyon landslide. Research indicates both events occurred around 56,000 years ago...
- Conspiracy theories: Texas flood disaster sparks cloud seeding claimsSevere floods hit Texas Hill Country. Over 120 people died. Social media users blamed cloud seeding. Rainmaker Technology Corporation did c...
- Guadalupe river flooding sparks road closures as dangerous storms batter Texas — what to knowSouth Central Texas is grappling with historic flooding after extreme rainfall, particularly impacting San Angelo, Kerrville, and Brady. Th...
- Why people are dying at the Grand Canyon? 15 people have died this year at the iconic placeIn recent years, people are suddenly dying at the Grand Canyon National Park which is a world heritage site. 15 deaths already took place t...
- Pineapple Express: Atmospheric rivers bring high wind gusts and power outages throughout USAtmospheric rivers enter the US West Coast as heavy rain and power outages are being reported in many cities.
- 2022's climate disasters: A tale of too much rain and too little in some placesThis isn't just a freak year: Such extreme events are occurring with increasing frequency and intensity. Climate change is intensifying the...
- Flooded canyons found on Saturn's moon Titan: NASAThe finding represents the first direct evidence of the presence of liquid-filled channels on Titan, as well as the first observation of th...
- ""Very few drops to drink"As the eminent poet W H Auden noted, “Thousands have lived without love, but not one without water.”
- Most awe inspiring natural wonders of the worldStanding in front of the Victoria Falls in Zambia, there is little to stop you from marvelling at the divine artistry visible around.
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