"The California Department of Water Resources recorded the second lowest snowpack measurement at Phillip's Station, with zero inches of water content and zero inches of depth for zero-percent of average."
"Since 1998, there have been only four years that have seen the snowpack peak in February, and now, six of the lowest April 1 snow packs on record have occurred since 2007."
"A dry snowpack is greatly felt around 200 miles south in Santa Clara County, where Valley Water says around 50% of their overall supply comes from snow runoff."
"Valley Water's Aaron Baker states that we cannot withstand another dry winter next year, but the past two winters were wet, leaving many reservoirs at or around full."
California is experiencing a warm snow drought, with the Sierra recording one of the driest Marches on record. The snowpack is crucial for water supply, and the April snow survey will influence reservoir levels. The statewide snowpack is only 18% of average, with zero inches recorded at Phillip's Station. Experts indicate that the snowpack will not last through summer, raising concerns about future water supply. While overall precipitation is at 96% of average, much has fallen as rain, leading to premature snowmelt. Reliance on groundwater will increase as changes are needed for future water management.
Read at ABC7 San Francisco
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