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Water News for Phoenix Arizona

Water News for Phoenix Arizona

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 Stay updated on crucial water issues with 'Water News for Phoenix Arizona.' This podcast provides daily insights on water conservation, drought management, and water supply in one of the most water-challenged cities in the U.S. Get the latest news on water policies, sustainability efforts, and tips to save water in the desert climate of Phoenix. Tune in for essential updates on water that affect the Phoenix community.

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  • Phoenix's Dry Skies, Urgent Water Deals, and the Race for New Supplies

    Phoenix's Dry Skies, Urgent Water Deals, and the Race for New Supplies
    2025/11/02
    Phoenix has been making headlines over the past 48 hours, and not for a surprise soaking. As November began, there has been zero measurable rain in the Phoenix area. Both November 1st and 2nd delivered pure sunshine, blue skies, and absolutely no precipitation, as reported by EaseWeather and confirmed by real-time local updates. Temperatures hit highs of 33 degrees Celsius, with lows around 14, offering warm, dry relief for those getting outdoors. The monthly forecast reinforces this trend, with only about two days of rain expected for the entire month and totals likely under 10 millimeters. This is classic Phoenix fall — dry, bright, and dependable.

    While skies have stayed clear, water headlines bubbled up with game-changing news about how Arizona is approaching its long-term thirst. Governor Katie Hobbs just celebrated Arizona’s first-ever Alternative Designation of Assured Water Supply with EPCOR, according to the Governor’s Office. This move is pivotal for future water security in metro Phoenix, designed to allow for new housing and economic projects even as groundwater supplies face tighter regulation. The new designation aims to give communities a pathway to demonstrate long-term water availability, bringing clarity for developers and increasing confidence in the region’s growth plans.

    The ongoing saga of the Colorado River crisis is also heating up as Phoenix watches the calendar. ABC15 and similar outlets report a deadline of November 11 for Arizona and its fellow basin states to negotiate a new deal on dividing up the river’s shrinking flows. This negotiation is urgent because falling levels in Lake Mead threaten Arizona’s central canal system and regional water supply. As of today, experts quoted in Colorado Public Radio and High Country News warn that a failure to strike a deal could trigger federal intervention, which could dramatically impact how much water reaches Phoenix taps in future years.

    Behind the scenes, the Water Infrastructure Finance Authority has quietly received six major proposals for new water sources. Three plans involve constructing desalination plants — likely sourcing water from the Sea of Cortez in Mexico. Four proposals are backed by the company EPCOR, which supplies water across Arizona, and one proposal could see treated wastewater added to the mix. While the specifics are still confidential, the goal is clear: obtain up to 500,000 acre-feet of new water within a decade, enough to support hundreds of thousands of families. State law requires most of this new supply to come from outside Arizona’s borders, pushing partnerships and ambitious engineering to the forefront.

    For now, water coming out of the taps remains safe and reliable. No alerts for water quality issues or supply limits have been issued over the past 48 hours by any local agency or EPCOR. Meteorologists like Michael Groff on YouTube remind viewers that early November almost never brings rain, with high pressure dominating and meaningful precipitation often waiting until late in the month or winter.

    In summary, Phoenix remains dry and sunny, water in the pipes stays clean and reliable, and big steps are being made to secure a future as bright as this week’s forecast. Keep an eye out for developments from the Colorado River negotiating table and for news on which new water projects advance, as these choices will shape Phoenix’s destiny for decades.

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  • Phoenix Flood Threat Eases, but Water Woes Persist in Arid Arizona

    Phoenix Flood Threat Eases, but Water Woes Persist in Arid Arizona
    2025/10/26
    Phoenix, Arizona, has been in the spotlight recently due to significant water-related events. Over the past weeks, the city faced substantial rainfall, experiencing its fourth-wettest October day with 1.97 inches of rain. This deluge led to flooding, with a flood watch remaining in effect until late October. Despite the rain, the National Weather Service cautioned that additional rainfall could quickly result in flash flooding due to saturated soil.

    In other news, Arizona recently approved the construction of up to 60,000 new homes, despite ongoing water supply concerns. This decision highlights the complex balance between housing development and water management in the region.

    For water quality and supply, initiatives like those by the Salt River Project are underway to improve tracking of snowmelt and runoff in Arizona's high country. These efforts aim to enhance understanding of where water goes, crucial for managing the state's water resources effectively.

    As of the past 48 hours, Phoenix has not experienced significant new rainfall, but attention remains on managing water resources effectively.

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  • Monsoon Madness in Phoenix: Rare Rains and the Valley's Fragile Water Future

    Monsoon Madness in Phoenix: Rare Rains and the Valley's Fragile Water Future
    2025/10/19
    Phoenix residents have been treated to a rare spectacle this October as the Valley has seen record-breaking rainfall and dramatic impacts on both daily life and the region’s ongoing water challenges. According to azcentral, on Sunday, October 12, the remnants of Tropical Storm Priscilla delivered unprecedented rain, with 1.97 inches falling in Phoenix, making it the fourth-wettest October day on record. The National Weather Service has kept a flood watch active through late Monday, warning that Phoenix could see between 1 and 2 additional inches of rain, especially in the early afternoon and evening. Though storms are tapering off compared to earlier in the week, soil throughout the Valley remains saturated, and even moderate rainfall has triggered dangerous localized flooding and prompted official warnings to avoid flooded roadways and remain vigilant.

    The city smashed a rainfall record at Sky Harbor Airport over the weekend, as KJZZ reports, measuring 0.7 inches of rain on October 11 and surpassing an almost century-old benchmark for that date. The storm left some isolated neighborhoods with more than an inch of rain according to the National Weather Service, and much of the city received at least a quarter to three-quarters of an inch. This wild swing from dry to wet weather has cooled the Valley significantly, with afternoon highs in recent days hovering 8 to 12 degrees below the seasonal average, according to a Phoenix weather discussion from October 16. That meant some neighborhoods dipped down into the 50s at night — a stark reversal from typical October weather patterns.

    Still, relief is on the horizon as drier conditions are forecast to return, with temperatures expected to climb back toward and possibly above average headed into the coming weekend. Even so, meteorologists caution that by the middle of next week, uncertainty looms and there is a chance the unsettled weather could return — so it pays to stay alert.

    Importantly, Phoenix's abundant rain arrives amid long-term water worries. The last two years have underscored the region’s fragile balance between growth and supply. High Country News details how a moratorium on new groundwater-based subdivisions in metro Phoenix persists, triggered in 2023 when state policy-makers determined that the region had at last reached its limit on groundwater resources. Nearly half a million new homes remain on hold due to the water crisis — a stark measure of how water, or its lack, is shaping the Valley's future.

    While the rainfall is welcome relief for landscapes and reservoirs, drinking water supply and infrastructure remain a heavyweight issue. The water coming down from the sky is a fraction of what’s needed to change long-term trends; for example, plans for Phoenix to use Colorado River and treated wastewater for drinking supply are still years and billions of dollars away, and some recent groundwater acquisitions by surrounding suburbs have been hamstrung by contamination concerns that complicate their use for potable water.

    For now, Phoenix’s water remains safe to drink and the city’s integrated supply systems — including water from the Salt, Verde, and Colorado Rivers — are functioning normally despite storm runoff and flooding. Residents in areas like Globe, east of Phoenix, did experience water service interruptions due to broken mains triggered by floodwaters earlier this week, but service has since been restored, according to KJZZ.

    As the skies clear, Phoenixans can celebrate a rare, cool, and rainy October — a dramatic and much-needed pause from the relentless drought narrative, but also a stark reminder of how weather and water remain central to the Valley’s future.

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