Why more rain causes a water problem for Seattle

Western Washington has a water supply system that’s worked well for generations.

But, as the climate changes, our reservoirs are facing more and more stress.

We’re going to have to make some changes. Changes that will take time, and cost money.

Seattle Times Climate Change Reporter Conrad Swanson is here to talk about it.

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