5+ mon, 3+ day ago   (183+ words) Apr. 10, 2026 at 2:18am The Retina system's ability to identify natural fractures and thin laminations with exceptional clarity is crucial for reservoir characterization, as it provides crucial insights into the rock's structure and potential fluid flow paths. This real-time data acquisition eliminates…...

4+ mon, 4+ week ago   (186+ words) Tremor causes damage in Fallon, with shattered glass and scattered goods in local grocery store. Apr. 14, 2026 at 4:27pm A moderate earthquake struck rural Nevada near the state capital of Carson City, causing damage in the nearby town of Fallon. Video footage…...

5+ mon, 3+ day ago   (181+ words) Stunning satellite images reveal a vibrant floral display along the tectonic boundary. Apr. 10, 2026 at 8:10pm NASA's recent images of the San Andreas Fault in California's Carrizo Plain have captured a remarkable sight - the usually barren fault line is now awash in…...

4+ mon, 4+ week ago   (165+ words) Exceptionally dry conditions prompt state to take action to help water users manage scarce resources Apr. 15, 2026 at 8:31pm Idaho's agricultural industry and rural communities rely heavily on snowpack and streamflow for irrigation and water supply. The historically low snowpack levels and…...

4+ mon, 4+ week ago   (205+ words) Governor approves order citing historic warmth and water supply deficits ahead of summer irrigation season. Apr. 15, 2026 at 9:13pm The severe drought conditions in Idaho threaten the state's vital agricultural industry, which relies heavily on irrigation from rivers and snowpack runoff. The…...

4+ mon, 4+ week ago   (275+ words) All 44 counties face water supply challenges as snowpack levels hit historic lows Apr. 15, 2026 at 1:11pm Idaho's Department of Water Resources and Governor Brad Little have declared a statewide drought emergency, the first such declaration in recent memory. The lack of snowpack…...

4+ mon, 4+ week ago   (250+ words) Magnitude 5.7 quake causes minor damage and disruption in sparsely populated region east of Carson City Apr. 14, 2026 at 10:07am A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck a rural area of Nevada on Monday evening, rattling nearby communities with strong shaking that lasted close to a…...

5+ mon, 2+ day ago   (317+ words) Stony Brook University researchers create a low-cost prototype that removes up to 10 milligrams more nitrogen than the most advanced systems. Apr. 11, 2026 at 10:52am Long Island's water supply is under threat from aging septic systems leaking nitrogen, which causes harmful algae blooms,…...