Water
Common Anti-Bacterial Compound Found In Waterways
New research shows a compound found in popular anti-bacterial soaps, cosmetics and toothpastes is creating toxins in Minnesota lakes and rivers.
Mpls. Fully Restores Water Service After Break
Officials say Minneapolis has fully restored water service after a 3-foot water main was ruptured in downtown last week.
Mississippi Houseboat Takes On Water, To Be Removed
A Mississippi River houseboat took on water this morning and will now be removed at the owner’s expense, according to authorities.
Water Service Resumes After Mpls. Water Main Break
Water service will be restored for all customers who were affected by Thursday’s water main break in Minneapolis.
Mpls. Water Tested For Safety Following Water Main Break
State health officials are sampling water at several buildings in downtown Minneapolis to make sure it’s safe following Thursday’s massive water main break.
Taking A ‘Chunky Dunk’ To Clean Up Circle Lake
Tuesday’s cold weather didn’t stop a bunch of neighbors from jumping in their lake near Faribault, as part of a fundraiser to clean up Circle Lake, getting rid of carp and weeds.
Mississippi River Level Still Expected To Drop
Water levels on the drought-plagued Mississippi River are expected to keep dropping over the next several weeks, according to a new forecast Wednesday that comes amid worries that barge traffic soon could be squeezed along a key stretch of the vital shipping corridor.
Water Pressure Low After Main Breaks In Mounds View
Residents in Mounds View, Minn. are dealing with low to no water pressure after a water main broke in the city.
DNR: It Might Be Warm Out, But Water Is Dangerously Cold
When temperatures climbed to just below 60 degrees Monday, one might have forgotten it was the middle of November.
Research Says Sports Drinks Just As Bad As Soda
More children and teenagers are drinking sports drinks like Gatorade and Powerade, instead of soda. While that may sound like a good thing, new research from the University of Minnesota shows in most cases it’s not a better option.
Minn. Christmas Tree Farm Getting Just Enough Rain
More than half of the U.S. has been a designated disaster zone due to widespread drought, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture says it’s the most severe and expensive drought in 25 years.
Tests Find Big Sandy Lake Water Safe
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency says tests find bacterial levels are safe at Big Sandy Lake near McGregor.
Good Question: What’s The Most Efficient Way To Water A Lawn?
In the race to keep our lawns looking green and alive, it takes a lot of water.
Nearly 90K Bottles Of Water Donated To Duluth Flood Area
WCCO would like to thank everyone who helped provide water to the residents of Duluth, Minn. and Superior, Wis. after flooding hit that area.
Tips On How To Beat The Heat
Heat-related deaths are preventable, but every year many people succumb to extreme heat. With a high temperature in the 90s expected Wednesday, here’s some tips on how to beat the heat.
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