Beware the Aedes Aegypti, an aggressive breed of mosquito that likes humans as its host and backyards as its breeding ground, that’s been spreading across the Las Vegas Valley.
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When it comes to Lake Mead’s water levels, even the biggest storms that hit Las Vegas aren’t much of a factor.
Two weeks ago, a storm ravaged the popular winter recreation area, bringing eight inches of rain and three feet of flood waters. Now the cleanup process is underway.
About 150 Mount Charleston residents were left without power and water after 8 inches of rain from tropical storm Hilary fell in Lee and Kyle canyons.
The U.S. Drought Monitor says storms dropped so much water this winter that less than one-quarter of Nevada remains in drought.
Lincoln County and federal officials are monitoring flooding and possible evacuations in Lincoln County. Meanwhile, cool temperatures are forecast for Las Vegas.
Measurable snow was reported in some Henderson and Anthem neighborhoods. Flurries also were spotted in Centennial Hills.