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Environment
fromHigh Country News
1 week ago

Why intentional fires can still be safe during this dry spring - High Country News

Prescribed and cultural burning is essential for managing vegetation and preventing wildfires in the West, even during dry conditions.
East Bay (California)
fromKqed
2 weeks ago

Heat Wave Will Blast More Bay Area Temperature Records Friday | KQED

A severe heat wave across California's Bay Area is breaking daily and monthly temperature records, with Friday expected to reach lower 90s before cooling slightly over the weekend.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
2 weeks ago

Homewood Mountain Resort, CA, Ends Season Early as Historic Heatwave Melts Sierra Snowpack - SnowBrains

California ski resorts are closing early due to a March heatwave and poor snowpack, with Homewood Mountain Resort ending its season after receiving only 33% of average base depth.
Europe news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Britain to be warmer than Athens with temperatures set to soar

Parts of Britain could experience temperatures reaching 20°C this week, potentially hotter than Athens, driven by Foehn effect winds over high pressure systems.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

As snow melts, drought still a big issue for Mass.

Massachusetts faces critical drought conditions in central and northeast regions despite heavy February snowfall, as cold temperatures prevent adequate groundwater replenishment.
California
fromKqed
4 weeks ago

Will Tahoe Get Any More Real Snow This Year? Here's What Forecasters Say | KQED

California's snowpack is at 59% of normal after a record-warm winter, threatening ski season and water supplies with little snow forecasted.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
1 month ago

Salt Lake City, UT, Records Warmest Winter in 150 Years - SnowBrains

Salt Lake City experienced its warmest winter on record since 1874, averaging 40.7°F, 7.6 degrees above normal, coinciding with severe snow drought across Utah.
California
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
7 months ago

Massive central California wildfire keeps growing and becomes state's largest blaze of the year

Rising temperatures and low humidity are hindering containment efforts of the Gifford Fire, now the biggest wildfire in California this year.
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