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The Stream, April 3, 2020: Rising Lake Levels and the Coronavirus Crisis Converge in Michigan

The Global Rundown Michigan continues efforts to mitigate shoreline flooding despite the coronavirus as water levels in the Great Lakes rise. Australia’s brutal bushfire season comes to a close. Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives push for $25 billion in water infrastructure funding in the next economic stimulus bill. After a two-week delay due […]

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Michigan Governor Orders Water Service Reconnected to Shutoff Homes

Because of health concerns during the Covid-19 outbreak, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer ordered water utilities in the state to restore water to homes where service had been disconnected for overdue bills. “Due to the vital need to ensure that Michigan residents have access to clean water at home during the Covid-19 pandemic, it is reasonable […]

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The Stream, March 26, 2020: Drought and Saltwater Intrusion Hit 13 Vietnamese Provinces

The Global Rundown Drought and saltwater intrusion are beginning to affect livelihoods in several Vietnamese provinces. A U.S. federal judge orders a full environmental review of the Dakota Access Pipeline, siding with North Dakota’s Standing Rock Sioux Tribe. England could face droughts within 20 years as water demand rises, according to the auditor general. Aid […]

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The Stream, March 19, 2020: Cambodia to Halt New Mekong Hydropower Projects for 10 Years

The Global Rundown Cambodia says it will halt hydropower construction on the Mekong River for the next 10 years. Kenyan communities jumpstart initiatives to combat the coronavirus, including setting up handwashing stations and educating residents. As the coronavirus slows activities in Italy, the canals in Venice turn clear. A study warns that global banks are […]

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Federal Water Tap, March 16: Senate Democrats Propose $20 Billion to Respond to PFAS Contamination of Drinking Water and Groundwater

The Rundown Democrats introduce a bill to aid utilities with the cost of removing PFAS chemicals from drinking water. Democrats also call on utilities not to shut off water service to customers during the coronavirus outbreak. The House Natural Resources Committee advances four water bills. The GAO investigates abandoned hardrock mines. Federal agencies will host […]

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The Stream, March 13, 2020: Seattle Will Maintain Water, Power Services for Duration of Coronavirus, Mayor Announces

The Global Rundown Seattle, Washington, announces that it will keep water and power services on for all residents amid the city’s coronavirus outbreak. The UK government plans to review policies related to building homes on flood plains. The U.S. EPA says that $87 million in federal funding set aside for repairs following the Flint water […]

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Federal Water Tap, March 9: EPA Science Advisers Criticize Waters of the United States Definition

The Rundown Outside advisers rebuke the EPA for a rule that is “inconsistent” with the Clean Water Act. Representatives introduce bills on regulating oil and gas water use on federally managed lands, a plumbing research laboratory, invasive aquatic species, Lake Ontario flooding, and a water technology research program. U.S. oil production grows 11 percent last […]