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NM at-risk for water shortages

Due to warmer temperatures and consumer demand

Updated: Wednesday, 21 Jul 2010, 10:29 AM MDT
Published : Wednesday, 21 Jul 2010, 10:29 AM MDT

(KRQE) - New Mexico was one of 14 states highlighted as being most at-risk for water shortages by mid-century as warmer temperatures deplete supplies and agricultural and consumer demand rises.

The report was released by the Natural Resources Defense Council and does not factor in future improvements to water-supply systems.


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