09/24/2026
As we've moved into the autumn season, we're acknowledging what a dry summer we endured. Despite much needed recent rains, the hot, dry summer has left its mark across New Mexico. Fields are brown, trees are dropping their leaves early, stretches of the Rio Grande through Albuquerque have gone dry, and wildlife are venturing farther in search of water and food — who *hasn't* seen a bear this year? 🐻
Let's not let Super El Niño fool us. Increasing aridity and repeated drought are changing New Mexico’s water reality — putting greater pressure on our rivers, aquifers, ecosystems and communities. And what we do in response matters. Better water data, thoughtful planning and active water management can help New Mexico adapt to a future with less water — while protecting the rivers, landscapes and wildlife that depend on it.
💧 Read “Parched,” a recent article by Brittany Gaume on what we’re really seeing on the ground — and why it matters for New Mexico’s water future: https://nmwateradvocates.org/parched/
