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.
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The mountains surrounding the Las Vegas Valley have experienced several disasters over the last 20 years.
The tropical storm brought nearly a monsoon season’s worth of precipitation in just a few days. But that heavy rainfall likely had little effect on Lake Mead’s water levels.
Officials said crews are “working feverishly” to get make sure the power is back on, water is running, and access via the roads on the mountain is restored.
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.
Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo is activating 100 Nevada National Guard troops for duty in Southern Nevada.
A man and a woman were killed in a boat crash Saturday at Lake Mead National Recreation Area.
Not even Las Vegas’ hottest month on record could knock Lake Mead’s timely rise off course.
“Unsafe behavior” has been a problem this summer, a park official said. Pool toys and sudden winds are causing frequent dangerous situations.
The federal grant could provide up to $3.75 billion to establish Brightline West’s passenger rail service.
Jessica Rhodes and Diana Matienzo Rivera, both of Las Vegas, were identified by the Clark County coroner’s office as the women found dead at the park.
The water authority wants to pay Southern Nevadans to plant shade trees to maintain and grow the region’s tree canopy.
Before it hits a glass, water taken directly from Lake Mead, the Colorado River or the underground water table must run through two Southern Nevada Water Authority facilities.
Desert Radiology has abruptly notified UMC that it is terminating their 57-year working relationship later this year.
A bill that passed during the legislative session will create a path to legalize street food vending.