Algae blooms happen when water levels are lower, there are higher levels of nutrients like phosphorus, and the water doesn’t circulate well.
The Central Nevada Health District says Walker Lake has been placed on a Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) advisory following a surface bloom.
A major infrastructure project near Tahoma now provides year-round drinking water and improved fire protection to West Shore communities.
A sewage spill in Carnelian Bay that reached Lake Tahoe during a Caltrans project has led to a proposed $850,000 settlement.
A team of Northern Nevada Public Health and the Rural Community Assistance Corporation is hosting free community events this week.
The closure will remain in effect for two weeks from Monday, March 24 to Friday, April 4.
Organic farms aren't allowed to use the sludge, so the findings should not apply to consumers who purchase organic grass-fed beef.
The South Tahoe Public Utility District said that early Sunday morning, about five to 10 gallons of sewage spilled into Fallen Leaf Lake.
Learn how to be smart about water, care for your landscaping and maintain your sprinkler systems at upcoming free workshops hosted by Truckee Meadows Water Authority.
Douglas County says the May 17th precautionary boil water notice is now rescinded.