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The Weekend File – The Corps of Engineers and Drought in the Missouri River Basin

The Weekend File – The Corps of Engineers and Drought in the Missouri River Basin

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Drought conditions have been impacting much of the northern plains since late last summer. That is now showing up in levels and releases along the Missouri River.

The Corps of Engineers in Omaha held their monthly briefing this week, with an update on climate, water storage, planned releases and levee repairs…..https://soundcloud.com/wnax-radio/corps-call-edit-807

The Corps has already warned river users to be prepared for low water conditions that may affect access to water through the winter.The Weekend File is a public affairs presentation of WNAX News…..

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