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    • Case Study

    Drought Response and Recovery Project for Water Utilities in Las Vegas, NM

    The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s storymap contains case studies and videos that describe the experiences of small and medium-sized drinking water utilities that successfully responded to drought. Explore the story of Las Vegas, New Mexico.

    Year
    2022

    Details

    Hazards
    Drought
    Assets
    Water Infrastructure – General

    Follow the link below to access this storymap published by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

    Drought Response and Recovery Project for Water Utilities in Las Vegas, New Mexico »

    Organizations

    U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

    Relevant Options

    To prepare for droughts and other water impacts, enhance capacity and maintenance of water system interconnections — structures that join two existing water sources or supply systems to facilitate water Conduct a well water analysis to determine variables associated with changing water quality. Educate the community about the importance of conserving water.

    Steps to Resilience

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    Understand Exposure
    Assess Vulnerability & Risk
    Investigate Options
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    Prioritize & Plan
    Take Action
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