Browsing: Water
Los Angeles County officials lifted the ocean water quality advisory for beaches affected by recent wildfires. Testing from January to March indicated no dangerous levels of…
The article examines the impacts of climate change on Qinghai Lake’s hydrology from 1961 to 2019, highlighting changes in water levels and surface area. Located in…
Impact of Leaf Characteristics, Landscape Features, and Nutrient Inputs on Stream Water Quality in the Upper Midwest
The article investigates the interactions of biotic and abiotic factors influencing stream water quality in mixed-use watersheds, focusing on agricultural and forested land uses. Key components…
Rep. Mike Dobrinski, R-Okeene, advanced House Bill 2162 in committee, which aims to expand a program to eliminate invasive trees in watersheds across Oklahoma. The proposed…
GIS-Driven Soil Loss Assessment and Watershed Prioritization for Effective Land and Water Conservation
The article discusses the critical issue of land degradation and soil erosion, particularly in the Banas River Basin in Rajasthan, India, which affects agricultural productivity and…
The article discusses the critical importance of globally sustainable watershed development amidst increasing anthropogenic pressures and environmental changes. It emphasizes the need for comprehensive research that…
Prioritizing Wildfire Prevention and Water Infrastructure Over High-Speed Rail Investments
Assemblywoman Alexandra M. Macedo (R-Tulare) introduced legislation to shift $1 billion in annual funding from the California High-Speed Rail Authority to wildfire prevention and water infrastructure…
In response to declining water quality on Marco Island, the City Council considered a proposal from businessman Dan Davies to create habitat islands from dredged sediment…
The article delves into the effects of wildfires on freshwater quality and quantity in forested watersheds, focusing on the Mediterranean region’s susceptibility due to its climate…
Land Use Changes in the Northern Lake Tana Watershed and Their Impact on Water Quality
The article discusses the critical importance of studying land use/land cover (LU/LC) dynamics in understanding environmental patterns and trends, particularly in regions undergoing rapid changes like…