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Northern Colorado Drought Going Into Remission

Drew — Wed, 08 May 2013 23:10:29 +0000

The Coloradoan reports that the last several weeks of precipitation has brought drought levels in our neck of the woods down from "moderate" to just "abnormally dry."

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How Much Water is Required to Keep Trees, Plants & Grass Alive in Drought?

Adam Porter — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 15:23:54 +0000

As we enter a year facing a drought like we haven’t seen for nearly ten years, water will be on the top of everyone’s mind. One thing is for sure; while watering is being limited, you'll want to make sure that you can keep your plants and grass alive so they don't have to be replaced. You don't want your lawn looking like the one above!

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Fort Collins Announces 2013 Water Restrictions

Drew — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 16:48:19 +0000

Low snow pack and continued drought conditions have caused the city of Fort Collins to impose some strict water restrictions for 2013.

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Strict Fort Collins Water Restrictions Expected For 2013, City Fountains Could Shut Down Too

Beano — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 00:49:39 +0000

Guess what? If you live in Fort Collins, you'll could face water restrictions as early as April 1st, 2013. At least that's the news from the Coloradoan. Those water restrictions could be more severe than usual.

And when restrictions are in place, the city water features at Oak Street Plaza, Spring Canyon Park and Fossil Creek Park all have to have their water turned off as well. Lame.

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Larimer and Weld Counties Declared Drought Disaster Areas by USDA

Drew — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 00:25:48 +0000

I knew it was still dry in Colorado, but I could have sworn we were recovering from "drought" status. Apparently not.

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Governor Hickenlooper Authorizes Relief for Drought-Stricken Ranchers and Livestock Owners

Susan Moore — Mon, 24 Sep 2012 14:42:18 +0000

Governor Hickenlooper has issued an executive order to ease hay bale restrictions for farmers and ranchers.

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The Rain Is Good, But Not Enough to Help Our Dry Conditions

Kevin Mussman — Mon, 07 May 2012 22:38:23 +0000

I was glad to see it rain on Sunday and waking to more rain this morning. It's been so dry around here, so it was some much needed moisture, but apparently it won't help much according to a CSU Climatologist.

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