As the Colorado River struggles with its lowest winter snowpack on record, the consequences are being felt across the region. One city at the forefront of the crisis is facing a daunting reality: insufficient water supply. For the residents of Las Vegas, which relies heavily on the Colorado River for its water needs, the situation is particularly dire. With the city's water rights being among the first to be cut off in the event of a shortage, officials are scrambling to find solutions, from implementing water-saving measures to exploring alternative water sources. As the situation continues to unfold, Las Vegas residents are bracing themselves for the possibility of reduced water allocations and the impact it could have on their daily lives.


Record low winter snows mean insufficient water in the Colorado River. Here's how a city that's first in line to be cut off is handling it.