The record-low water levels in Lake Powell and Lake Mead pose significant risks to the 40 million people who rely on the Colorado River for water and electricity. These reservoirs are critical for urban centers like Las Vegas, Phoenix, Los Angeles, and San Diego, as well as for irrigating 5 million acres of farmland. The ongoing megadrought in the U.S. Southwest, exacerbated by climate change, continues to strain water resources, threatening agriculture, energy production, and water availability for millions.