Oklahoma’s farm operations feel sting of drought. Associated Press
Lawmakers wade into water battle. Las Cruces Sun-News
Pennsylvania officials say Okla. energy firm’s data filled with errors. Associated Press
In midst of a drought, trying to keep cargo moving on the Mississippi. New York Times
CO2 emissions in US drop to 20-year low. Associated Press
Okla. heat, drought allow deadly amoeba to thrive. Associated Press
Saltwater wedge reaches Chalmette; Plaquemines buys N.O. water. New Orleans Times-Picayune
Study: Climate change threatens New Mexico ski season. Santa Fe New Mexican
Drought sends ‘mighty Mississippi’ river levels near record lows. CNN
Arkansas, N. Carolina ask EPA to waive ethanol mandate. Reuters
Contract awarded to build saltwater barrier protecting Mississippi River drinking water. New Orleans Times-Picayune
For oil driller Harold Hamm, Bakken boom brings more billions and a chance to dabble in politics. Washington Post
Chesapeake to cut natural gas production. Oklahoman
Environmental groups sue EPA for stronger dispersant rules. Houston Chronicle
Plaquemines Parish to declare emergency because of potential hazard to drinking water. New Orleans Times-Picayune
Oklahoma wildfires leave 1 dead, dozens homeless. Associated Press
Mexican communities fight mini-dams. Inter Press Service
Fast-moving Oklahoma wildfires force evacuations. New York Times
Los Alamos researchers study plants’ response to climate change. Santa Fe New Mexican
Utilities ask customers to conserve electricity amid Oklahoma heat wave. Oklahoman
Oklahoma City, much of metro area are under mandatory water rationing. Oklahoman.
64 Okla. temperature records fall or tied in July. Associated Press
Drought intensifies and may last through October. Climate Central
USDA expands list of drought-affected counties, announces new relief efforts for farmers. Washington Post
Stubborn 2012 heat wave roasts eight states. Climate Central
BP oil spill dispersants may have hurt Gulf of Mexico food chain, study finds. New Orleans Times-Picayune