Lake turns green as toxic scum-making algae bloom: "Stay out of the water"
"Toxins concentrate in surface scums during calm weather," NOAA warned. "People and pets should not swim in areas with scum."
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Video shows jellyfish clones invading North American lakes in the thousands
Invasive peach blossom jellyfish were discovered in 34 lakes, and climate change is likely to accelerate their spread.
Watch deaf and senior dog "taking in the scenery" while on boat trip
Viewers were delighted by the pup in the clip, with one saying, "dogs are always present, very mindful little creatures."
Labor Day makes US rivers chemical soup: "you're all swimming around in it"
Swimmers may get more than they expected as crowds visit waterways this weekend, bringing chemicals and microorganisms with them.
My son was showing us his swimming skills. Our lives changed in an instant
We never thought anything positive would come from that tragic day, until we decided to do something.
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Texas reservoir water levels are hitting record lows. Here's why
As of August 7, Amistad International Reservoir is 25.2 percent full, and Falcon International Reservoir is 13.3 percent full.
Warning issued to pet owners as wildfire impacts Colorado reservoir
Firefighting efforts for a wildfire burning in Colorado could cause potentially harmful impacts to a local reservoir.
Colorado officials use drinking water to help fight Alexander wildfire
The Alexander Mountain Wildfire started on Monday and has since grown to 1,820 acres, spurring evacuations.
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Lake Travis sees record-breaking change in water levels
Parts of Texas received more rain than normal earlier this month, contributing to a rise in river and lake levels.
How Lake Travis water levels changed in one week
Lake Travis in Austin, Texas, is a popular reservoir that has suffered from a yearslong drought causing its water levels to drop.
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Scientists warn of "massive" release from Great Salt Lake
Researcher Soren Brothers said the best way "to keep this CO2 from being released is by ensuring that Great Salt Lake remains wet."
California lake's mysterious fish die-off kills hundreds of thousands
"We have never seen this type of multispecies die-off, especially on this scale," Monterey County official Bryan Flores said.
Lake Powell water released after Colorado River temperatures rise
Officials began releasing cold water from Lake Powell to help preserve populations of the humpback chub.
California map shows water warnings for pet owners
Several reservoirs have a caution advisory in place regarding the possible presence of toxic algae in the water.
Vanishing lake reveals mysterious 45-foot-long wreck
A "unique" set of human bones with grooves cut into them was also found in the disappearing lake.
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California's second largest reservoir is shrinking
Lake Oroville has lost 3 percent of its volume since it was created. Water officials attribute the loss to weather swings.
California reservoir update after lakes close
The Post Fire has consumed more than 15,000 acres, prompting the closure of two lakes in Southern California.
California reservoir update as water levels fall
Lake Oroville reached full capacity in May after a particularly wet winter season, but levels have since dropped by 6 feet.
California lake closes until further notice
A raging wildfire has prompted evacuations near the lake as firefighters continue to fight the blaze.
Dog owners fear pet has heart condition, can't believe vet's diagnosis
The couple forked out $150 to have their rescue dog checked after she began slowing down, but the verdict was not what they expected.
Lakes on Saturn's largest moon Titan shaped by waves, scientists say
"At the edge of one of Titan's seas, we might see waves of liquid methane and ethane lapping on the shore," a researcher said.
Woman and child found dead in car in Alabama lake
Police searching for third young woman around the lake in Eufaula, Alabama.
Water deaths strike on America's lakes
One tragedy saw a father die trying to save his son from drowning while on vacation over Memorial Day weekend.
Texas city issues swimming pool advisory as it risks running out of water
The contingency plan was initiated after Amistad Reservoir and Falcon Lake, two bodies of water on the Rio Grande, reached concerningly low levels.
Popular California lake nearly full for first time in 11 years
Back-to-back wet winters have remedied conditions in many reservoirs across California.
Texas city breaks two-year drought streak
Travis County, where Austin is located, is completely free from drought.
Lake Tahoe full for first time in 5 years
High snow fall has led to the Sierra Nevada lake filling up for the first time since 2019.
Map shows US lakes full of water right now
Lake Tahoe is one of the lakes that has now reached full capacity for the first time in several years following powerful storms and substantial snow pack melt.
California's Clear Lake turned cloudy green in NASA image
Clear Lake in northern California, which is the largest freshwater lake in the state, has turned a bright green because of an algal bloom.
Texas lake sees lowest water level in years
The lake hasn't been full since 1974, but its water levels have plunged in recent years.