Weekly Water News Digest: Park Fire Threatens Salmon, State Water Project Supply Decline, Bay-Delta Longfin Smelt Gains Protection

Weekly Water News Digest (July 28-Aug 2)
Key Highlights:

1. Park Fire Threatens Salmon Populations: A major fire in the park region is putting local salmon populations at risk, raising environmental and ecological concerns.
2. State Water Project Supplies at Risk: Projections indicate that supplies from the State Water Project could decrease by up to 23% over the next 20 years, largely due to the impacts of climate change.
3. Endangered Species Act Protections for Longfin Smelt: The Bay-Delta longfin smelt has been granted protections under the Endangered Species Act, a critical step towards preserving this vulnerable species.
4. Additional News: The digest also covers various other water-related issues and developments, reflecting the ongoing challenges and efforts in water management and conservation.
   Source: Maven’s Notebook