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Los Angeles Times
1 week ago
California

Incredible before-and-after images of reservoirs are proof of California's winter deluges

Record rainfall in California replenishes reservoirs, benefiting water supply and environmental needs. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
3 weeks ago
California

California increases water allocation after wet winter, but fish protections limit pumping

California increases State Water Project deliveries to 40% due to runoff boost in reservoirs. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
1 month ago
California

How full are major California reservoirs as state exits another wet winter?

California reservoir levels above historic averages after wet winters
Only two reservoirs below average levels in California. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
California

California enters spring with vital snowpack above average for second year

California has above-average snowpack and healthy reservoirs for a second consecutive year.
Despite concerns of a warming world and drought worries, the state's water supply is currently stable. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
California

California storms deliver above-average snowpack, replenish reservoirs

California's snowpack and reservoir levels are above average, providing ample water supplies.
Even with current good conditions, planning for future droughts and climate change impacts remains crucial. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
2 months ago
California

'Snow drought' eases as storms bring California near-average water supplies

California's snow drought concerns easing with near-average snowpack and above-average precipitation levels.
Reservoir levels at 118% of average, snowpack at 86% of normal, and water supply forecast increasing from 10% to 15%. [ more ]
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Kqed
1 month ago
California

California's 'Normal' Winter and High Snowpack Could Curb Wildfire Risk, Prevent Drought | KQED

California snowpack exceeds 100% of average, with a weekend storm anticipated to increase depth.
Water managers view snowpack as a critical frozen reservoir for providing water to farms and cities. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
2 months ago
California

After winter storms, California can expect a late start to the wildfire season

Late-season winter storms filled reservoirs and boosted snowpack in California, leading to a potentially delayed wildfire season.
Above-average snowpack correlates with below-average acres burned in California according to meteorologists. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
California

Two Big Storms Are Coming to California

Forecasters are warning of back-to-back storms in California that could lead to flooding, mudslides, and road closures.
California needs the rain to stave off drought, as the state has received only 81% of the total average rainfall expected by this time of year. [ more ]
The Sacramento Bee
5 months ago
California

California cities and farms will get 10% of requested state water supplies when 2024 begins

California water agencies serving 27 million people will receive only 10% of their requested water from state supplies for 2024.
The low allocation is due to a relatively dry fall, despite the state's reservoirs being in good shape. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
5 months ago
California

California sets initial State Water Project allocations at 10% after two dry months

After a dry start to the water year, California state water officials have announced an initial allocation of 10% of supplies for 2024.
This lower allocation is due to the possibility of continued dry conditions, but could be increased if the outlook improves. [ more ]
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