Climate and Environment

Water wars come to Colorado

Chronic shortages in the West lead to rising tensions among states.

The Colorado River’s flow has declined by nearly 20% since 2000. Photo: Shutterstock

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    Earth and Atmospheric Sciences

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    College of Health and Applied Sciences

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