Good morning! I'm Lacy McKay, and it’s Water Wednesdays on KSJD’s Outdoor Report for April 30th. Expect near-normal temperatures and more precipitation over the next two weeks. Snowfall is anticipated for mountain peaks this weekend, but drier and warmer conditions are ahead. River flows on the Dolores are increasing, with peak flows hitting nearly 4.5 feet, though a below-average snowpack means limited releases for downriver fisheries. McPhee Reservoir is at 78% of last year’s water levels. Be mindful of stronger flows as temperatures rise, and make sure your flotation gear is ready for the season.
Lacy McKay is the News Director and Morning Edition Host at KSJD Community Radio in Cortez, Colorado. They bring years of experience in audio production and community-centered reporting, with a focus on rural issues, public lands, tribal affairs, and civic engagement in the Four Corners region. McKay has produced and edited news features, interviews, and podcasts for broadcast and digital platforms, and works closely with regional partners through Rocky Mountain Community Radio to amplify local voices and stories that might otherwise go unheard.
