Colorado River at Breaking Point | Los Angeles News

Lake Mead, the nation’s largest reservoir, has hit its lowest level in nearly 90 years — a stark warning that the Colorado River is in crisis. Driven by decades of drought, rising temperatures, and overuse, this lifeline for 30 million people across seven states and Mexico is under unprecedented strain. With record-low snowpack and shrinking reservoirs across the West, federal officials are forcing states like Arizona, California, and Nevada to cut water use — with deeper cuts possible if conditions worsen. The river’s decline isn’t just about one lake — it’s a regional emergency with no easy fixes. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/deb895e5df2d605c Presented by The Plant Daddies — rare specimen trees, living art, and hand-carved limestone vessels and fountains for extraordinary spaces. Showrooms in Los Angeles and Irvine. Listeners of Los Angeles News Today receive 10% off with code LANEWS10. theplantdaddies.com/lanews