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UNDERREPORTED
Lake Mead hits historic low, threatening water and power for three western states
Lake Mead, the nation’s largest reservoir on the Arizona-Nevada border, has fallen to a record low, endangering water and electricity supplies for millions in the West.
Why it matters
The record low threatens water and power for millions in the western U.S., highlighting drought risks.
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