Environment
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Colorado mountain summers warming, increasing wildfire risk
As of June 16, 2026, every acre of Colorado is at least abnormally dry, according to Kiowa County Press .
Montana's 12,000-Acre Restoration Highlights Beaver Dam Analogs
Approximately 12,000 acres of degraded Montana wetland have been restored, demonstrating a powerful new frontier in ecological recovery.
Drought cripples northwest Colorado fisheries, lowering streamflows
In the Colorado River Headwaters, exceptional drought now encompasses the entire region in 2026, signaling an immediate and severe threat to the state's vital aquatic life.
Colorado drought emergency strains Western Slope communities and industries.
Colorado's 2026 snowpack peaked unusually early in March at just 51% of its typical level, according to The Center Square .
West sees warmest winter on record, snowpack decimated
The Western U.S. experienced its warmest winter on record, leading to a decimated snowpack and critically low reservoir levels, posing a severe threat to water supply.
Colorado drought emergency sought amid widespread impacts
Colorado Parks and Wildlife now encourages licensed anglers to catch fish at Nee Noshe Reservoir.
Colorado lawmakers approve new funding for wildlife crossings
Colorado's wolf reintroduction program faces a critical funding hurdle after the 2026 legislative session.
Silverthorne Urges Residents to Conserve Water Under Phase 1 Measures
Starting May 1, 2026, residents in the Willow Brook Metropolitan District were banned from watering lawns, washing cars, or even filling hot tubs with district water.