Sea Otter Count Points To California Recovery

September 19, 2016

(AP) - Scientists say they're encouraged by signs that the southern sea otter population in California is slowly recovering, but say there are still reasons for concern.

Environment

Feds: Risk Of 2016 Quake Increases, Especially In Oklahoma

March 28, 2016

(AP) — Federal scientists say the chance of damaging earthquakes hitting east of the Rockies has increased significantly, much of it a man-made byproduct of drilling for energy.

USGS Awards $4M To Boost Earthquake Early Warning Systems

July 31, 2015

(AP) - The U.S. Geological Survey has awarded $4 million to four universities in the Pacific Northwest and California to boost the development of earthquake early warning systems.

Environment

California Drought: U.S. Water Use Declined Before Current Drought Began

April 15, 2015 | Ed Joyce

A new report shows that total water use in the United States declined across all sectors, including agriculture, from 2005 to 2010.