Nevada State Parks has placed Washoe Lake under a Harmful Algal Bloom Watch Advisory due to possible Harmful Algae Bloom.
Algae blooms happen when water levels are lower, there are higher levels of nutrients like phosphorus, and the water doesn’t circulate well.
Reno officials have a direct warning for residents about one item that should not be flushed at home.
The Central Nevada Health District says Walker Lake has been placed on a Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) advisory following a surface bloom.
Officials also say if you see water that looks discolored or smells bad, stay away.
The Sparks City Council voted to approve an increase to sewage rates at a meeting on Monday.
People in Sparks will soon see their sewer bills going up.
Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve has officially declared this week as Concrete Pipe Week in the City of Reno.
Crews break ground on long-awaited upgrades at the Nevada State Fairgrounds Today.
Truckee Meadows Water Authority has removed its outdoor watering ban; customers may now water based on assigned watering days.