water crisis
Coverage of water crisis in the Nexus archive.
- Cauvery basin farmers abandon or delay sowing amid water crisis
Farmers in the Cauvery basin region are abandoning or delaying sowing due to a water crisis. Reservoir levels, along with lakes, ponds, and small water bodies, are worryingly low in the area.
- Underestimating Texas droughts (June 30, 2026)
The article discusses whether the Corpus Christi water crisis could have been prevented if Texans had been more realistic about climate change. It highlights concerns that Texas may have underestimated the growing size and scope of droughts.
- Utility meltdown as Californians face water and power price hikes
Californians are facing rising utility bills due to increased power rates and a worsening water crisis. The combination of soaring power costs and deepening water shortages is creating a financial burden on residents.
- California's water crisis driving higher interest in desalination as a new source
California's water crisis is increasing interest in desalination as a potential solution. Some argue the only viable alternative is to extract water from the Pacific Ocean offshore.
- Small Texas town rocked by water crisis after teen girl is hospitalized with chemical burns from showering
A small Texas town is experiencing a water crisis after a teenage girl was hospitalized with chemical burns from showering. The incident has raised concerns about the town's water safety.
- Corpus Christi reconsidering desalination (June 4, 2026)
Corpus Christi is reconsidering desalination as part of efforts to address its ongoing water crisis, with previous attempts to remedy the issue. The article also mentions an Olympic weightlifter for Team USA.
- With limited options, Corpus Christi focuses on delaying – not avoiding – its looming water crisis
Corpus Christi is addressing its impending water crisis by delaying its impact rather than avoiding it. Lake Corpus Christi, a key water source, is at 11.8% capacity, with only one operational boat ramp out of six in the state park.
- Napa Valley nightmare as experts warn wineries could run dry: ‘Unsustainable’
Napa Valley, renowned for its prestigious wineries, is experiencing a severe water crisis. Experts warn that the situation is unsustainable, threatening the region's wineries with potential water shortages.
- Rain gives Corpus Christi a small break, delaying projected water crisis by 3 months
Corpus Christi has received relief from recent rainfall that temporarily delays an anticipated water crisis by approximately three months. The city council convened on March 17, 2026 to address the ongoing depletion of the city's water supplies and discuss mitigation strategies.