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Colorado Drought Task Force
Coverage of Colorado Drought Task Force in the Nexus archive.
- Colorado declares statewide drought emergency
Colorado Governor Jared Polis declared a statewide drought emergency due to record-low snowpack and prolonged warm temperatures, activating phase three of the state's drought response plan. The declaration aims to secure additional funding and resources to address water shortages impacting agriculture, utilities, and recreation sectors, with 93% of the state experiencing drought conditions.