California's snowpack is currently at 65% of normal levels due to a lack of storms in January, which is concerning for the state's water resources. Water officials are hopeful for upcoming storms that may improve conditions. While the Northern Sierra saw some good levels earlier, the overall decline has raised alarms, with experts noting the importance of consistent snow for the state's water supply. Historical instances show that conditions can change rapidly, emphasizing the need for timely precipitation.
"We've had a very dry January," he said Friday following the second seasonal survey at Phillips Station, "And it has hurt our snowpack by not adding to it. So we're behind the 8-ball throughout the state, on average."
"Despite a good start to the snowpack in the Northern Sierra in November and December, we can look back as recently as 2013 and 2021 to show how quickly conditions can change for the drier," said Karla Nemeth, DWR's director. "California missed out on critical snow-building storms in January. ... For each day it's not snowing or raining, we are not keeping up with what we need."
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