Drought's Cold Calculations: What Water Cuts Reveal About Our Priorities The latest water cuts for three Western states may seem like a practical response to an unprecedented drought, but scratch beneath the surface and you'll find a more complex – and concerning – story.
Federal officials announced drastic reductions in water use for California, Nevada, and Arizona over the next two years, with Arizona bearing the brunt of the cuts.
The Colorado River has been under stress for decades due to overuse, drought, and climate change.