Human remains again found at Lake Mead as water levels drop amid drought
Discovery marks latest grim finding in lake as water levels in crucial reservoir outside Las Vegas continue to decline
TL;DR
- Human remains were discovered at Lake Mead on August 16th.
- This is the latest in a series of discoveries as water levels in the reservoir drop.
- Authorities have found multiple bodies as water levels have declined in recent years.
- In 2022, a body in a barrel was recovered, potentially shot in the late 1970s or early 1980s.
- Experts believe more remains may be discovered due to Lake Mead's proximity to Las Vegas.
- Lake Mead's water level recently neared its record low, impacting water supply for millions across seven states, tribal nations, and Mexico.
- The Colorado River basin is suffering from drought, extreme heat, reduced snowmelt, and over-consumption.
- Lake Powell, another major reservoir on the river, is also experiencing historic low levels.