Virginia’s Water Under Pressure | Virginia Beach News

Virginia’s groundwater east of I-95 is already under severe strain, with new research warning that rising demand from growing populations and booming data centers could push levels dangerously low—potentially making new water permits for thirsty facilities like evaporative-cooled data centers impossible. The Chesapeake Bay Foundation, which championed the study, is sounding the alarm, urging lawmakers to act now to prevent saltwater intrusion and protect the entire watershed. 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/18006be7f04862d6