Arizona, California, and Nevada must reduce their Colorado River water usage by approximately 20% over the next two years. This measure aims to address the river’s depletion and forms part of a federal strategy to preserve its resources.
Negotiations continue as officials develop long-term solutions to stabilize water supply. Larger cutbacks might occur if the situation does not improve.

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