80% of Arizona's river and streams in drought, according to new USGS AI tool
Published on Apr 13, 2026, 1:34:04 PM
Total time: 00:01:20
Published on Apr 13, 2026, 1:34:04 PM
Total time: 00:01:20
The U.S. Geological Survey has a new AI tool to predict drought conditions of the nation's rivers up to three months out. The free public tool from the USGS shows 80% of Arizona's rivers are in streamflow drought as of this week, with no signs of improving.
KTAR News covers the state’s water usage, effects of an ongoing drought and what can be done to ensure water is available for people in the state of Arizona in the future.