Water News Round-Up

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Mar 30, 2015/ 0 Comments / in Water Resources News / by

Oregon is currently facing its fourth straight year of drought.As we look to our neighbors to the south, including California, we are seeing the importance of planning for future water reliability and sustainability. Here is a look at the water news affecting Oregon in the past week:

Source: Oregonian

Oregon drought fuels unease about state’s long-term water security
by Kelly House, Oregonian

An in-depth article of the difficulties Oregon is facing as temperatures keep rising and additional snowfall is unlikely. Emergencies have already been declared by Governor Kate Brown in several counties; with more declarations expected.

Source: Oregonian

Drought, early spring warmth force Oregon agriculture to prepare for tough year — or years
by Molly Harbarger, Oregonian

Drought coupled with the early spring puts extra strain on the agriculture community. Farmers are learning to adapt, but the demands are taking their toll.

Source: Capital Press

More Water Storage Needed Across the West
by Rik Dalvit, Capital Press

A great opinion piece on the need for more water storage in the west, and the difficulties Districts face to build reliable storage.

Expected Drought Shows Needs for Water Projects
by Dan Wheat, Capital Press

With more precipitation falling as rain, rather than snow, water and irrigation districts can no longer depend for snowmelt as a reliable source of water in the summer.

Why Californians are Starved of Water
by Victor Davis Hanson, Newsweek

An interesting article on the several variables that led to the current water situation in California.

Warm, Dry Winter May Heat Up Pest Problems This Year
by the Oregon Department of Agriculture

Pest problems are usually held in check by a combination of weather and natural enemies. The warm winter coupled with low water supply increases plant stress that leads to disease and pest infestation.

Low Snowpack Could Lead to more Wildfires in Oregon
by Amanda Peacher, OPB News

A low snowpack is expected to contribute to a worse-than-normal year for wildfires in Oregon.

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