‘Status quo is not an option’ for Rio Grande – By Theresa Davis (Albuquerque Journal) / July 26, 2022
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The Rio Grande is drying in Albuquerque, which hasn’t happened in nearly four decades.
New Mexico water officials point to legal issues with Texas, extreme drought and a changing climate, thirsty vegetation and a resistance to using less water as some reasons behind the current situation.
The experts encouraged state lawmakers at Tuesday’s Water and Natural Resources Committee meeting to act with a “sense of urgency.”
State Engineer Mike Hamman said limited supply will likely prompt more state enforcement of water rights.
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