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Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Las Vegas goes galactic! Science meets Star Wars at DRI
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — The force is strong at the Desert Research Institute, where May The Science Be With You is happening as part of the Las Vegas Science and Technology Festival. It's a free, family-friendly event on Thursday, May 1, from 4 to 8 p.m., and an opportunity to promote science and technology within the community. There will be hands-on STM activities, lab tours, and free admission into the Atomic Museum. There's even some lightsaber training with Star Wars characters. JC was joined by Detra Page, Communications Manager at DRI May the Science Be With You is just one of the many events leading up to the Las Vegas Science and Technology Expo, which takes place on Saturday at the World Market Center. There will be more than 100 interactive booths and exhibits, live science demonstrations and stage shows, STEM activities for all ages, robotics, environmental & health science, and much more, according to Sarah Elliot, festival director. She added there's a special incentive for Clark County School District students to attend and scan a QR code to register for their school. The CCSD school with the most registered attendees will receive a $1,000 donation. Click here for more information on all the events associated with the Las Vegas Science & Technology Festival. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
New data reveals shocking turnaround in water supply for millions of people: 'In pretty good shape'
After years of frightening drought, California's reservoirs have been restored to roughly 115% of their normal levels for this time of year, the San Francisco Chronicle reported. California's dry spell wasn't to be taken lightly. It lasted several years and saw reservoirs reach dangerously low levels. However, unusual storms, heavy rains, and snow have restored the state's water supply over the last couple of years. Not only is California healthier at the moment, but it's preparing to weather the next drought as well. "Most of the reservoirs in California are in pretty good shape," said climatologist Dan McEvoy from the Western Regional Climate Center at the Desert Research Institute, per the Chronicle. Having an emergency water supply in the local reservoirs means that when drought strikes, officials can release water to the people. California's reservoirs hold enough water to supply the state through a one- or even two-year drought, depending on the exact conditions and how full they are to begin with. Right now, they're very full — they gained 200,000 acre-feet of water, or about 100,000 Olympic-sized swimming pools, in the first 2.5 weeks of March. Not only that, but the snowpack on California's mountain peaks recovered to 93% of the normal as of mid-March. Snow melting in warmer weather is what keeps the reservoirs topped up in the drier parts of the year. The timing of all this rain and snow couldn't be better, as April is an important time of year for California's water system. "With several weeks left of March, we will have to wait to see where the state is on April 1, a critical date when the snowpack is usually at its highest," Department of Water Resources agency spokesperson Raquel Borrayo said. "Snow survey data from April helps inform critical water management decisions for the rest of the year." Would you install water-collecting hydropanels on your home? Definitely Not sure No way If the government pays for it Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
