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fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

It's been a warm winter, and California's snowpack shows it

California's snowpack is currently 85% of average, with regions showing stark differences due to climate change impacts.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Three wet winters in a row for the first time in 25 years? Sierra Nevada snowpack 85% of normal with more storms forecast

Northern California's water outlook remains healthy, with reservoirs full and less likelihood of summer water restrictions.
California is experiencing favorable winter conditions after years of drought.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

For the first time in 25 years, California has a snowpack trifecta

California's snowpack reached 96% of average, marking the third consecutive year of above-average levels, which aids in water supply stability.
California
fromSFGATE
10 months ago

Four wildfires started by lightning threaten towns in California's Sierra

Dry lightning started multiple rapidly spreading wildfires in California's Sierra Nevada, threatening communities with evacuations issued.
California
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

California has a snowpack trifecta for the first time in 25 years

California's snowpack has marked a trifecta of average or above-average snowfall for three consecutive years, a rare occurrence.
Local conservation efforts in Southern California have bolstered water reliability amidst varied snowfall patterns.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

It's been a warm winter, and California's snowpack shows it

California's snowpack is currently 85% of average, with regions showing stark differences due to climate change impacts.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Three wet winters in a row for the first time in 25 years? Sierra Nevada snowpack 85% of normal with more storms forecast

Northern California's water outlook remains healthy, with reservoirs full and less likelihood of summer water restrictions.
California is experiencing favorable winter conditions after years of drought.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

For the first time in 25 years, California has a snowpack trifecta

California's snowpack reached 96% of average, marking the third consecutive year of above-average levels, which aids in water supply stability.
California
fromSFGATE
10 months ago

Four wildfires started by lightning threaten towns in California's Sierra

Dry lightning started multiple rapidly spreading wildfires in California's Sierra Nevada, threatening communities with evacuations issued.
California
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

California has a snowpack trifecta for the first time in 25 years

California's snowpack has marked a trifecta of average or above-average snowfall for three consecutive years, a rare occurrence.
Local conservation efforts in Southern California have bolstered water reliability amidst varied snowfall patterns.
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#craft-beer
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Skiing
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

Skier falls 800 feet down famed Sierra couloir

A skier survived an 800-foot fall in the Sierra Nevada, necessitating a complex helicopter rescue due to treacherous conditions.
#yosemite-national-park
Travel
fromSFGATE
6 months ago

Popular, scenic mountain pass into Yosemite closed for the winter

Tioga Road near Yosemite National Park is closed for winter due to heavy snowfall, with access limited until the spring thaw.
Travel
fromSFGATE
6 months ago

Popular, scenic mountain pass into Yosemite closed for the winter

Tioga Road near Yosemite National Park is closed for winter due to heavy snowfall, with access limited until the spring thaw.
more#yosemite-national-park
#music-festival
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#winter-storm
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Stormy Weather to Return Wednesday, Because It's Not Spring Yet

A strong storm system is set to bring rain to the Bay Area and heavy snow to the Sierra, disrupting spring-like weather.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Stormy Weather to Return Wednesday, Because It's Not Spring Yet

A strong storm system is set to bring rain to the Bay Area and heavy snow to the Sierra, disrupting spring-like weather.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Major Sierra snowstorm bringing 'near whiteout conditions'

A severe winter storm is predicted to bring heavy snow and high winds to the Sierra Nevada, creating hazardous travel conditions.
Travel is expected to be severely impacted starting Wednesday.
California
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

'We really wish this was an April Fools' joke': Storm grips Tahoe

Northern California's Sierra Nevada is experiencing severe travel disruptions due to a cold front and winter storm, impacting key highways.
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Mission District
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Retired BART Car Gets Converted Into Sierra Foothills Vacation Rental

BART legacy car number 1234 to become a vacation rental in the Sierra Nevada Foothills by 2026.
#weather
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

On the hoof: readers' favourite horse riding breaks in Europe

Sierra Trails offers unique village-to-village horseback riding experiences in the scenic Sierra Nevada with exceptional accommodation and meals included.
Snowboarding
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

Chain control, traffic holdups on I-80 over Donner Pass amid multiple spinouts

Travel in the Sierra is not advised at this time due to hazardous weather conditions, with officials warning of significant slow-downs and possible road closures.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Boy, 7, found walking on Sierra foothills road 12 hours after fatal crash

A tragic accident on Highway 168 left a 7-year-old boy orphaned after his mother, Bailie French, was found dead at the crash site.
East Bay (California)
fromMail Online
3 months ago
OMG science

Scientists discover California is 'peeling apart' below the surface

California's geological landscape is undergoing significant changes as dense rocks detach and sink into the mantle beneath the Sierra Nevada.
fromSmithsonian Magazine
4 months ago

When a Deadly Winter Storm Trapped a Luxury Passenger Train Near the Donner Pass for Three Days

The City of San Francisco train became trapped in a blizzard in January 1952, leading to a dramatic three-day entrapment of passengers.
History
fromSFGATE
4 months ago

'We're doing everything we can': I-80 closed as storm stuns Tahoe

California Highway Patrol closed the interstate just before 2 p.m. Friday due to "multiple spin-outs and traffic collisions," impacting travelers trying to reach Tahoe.
California
#lake-tahoe
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California
fromSFGATE
5 months ago

Heavy storm to dump 1 to 3 feet of snow in the Sierra this weekend

The Sierra Nevada is experiencing significant winter storms, enhancing ski conditions but also causing hazardous driving situations.
fromiRunFar
5 months ago

2025 Western States 100 Top Entrants

The 2025 Western States 100 lottery witnessed 9,994 applicants vying for just 369 spots, showcasing the event’s prestigious status among elite and hobby runners globally.
Running
fromSFGATE
6 months ago

Chateau near Yosemite built for fine-dining icon hits market for surprising sum

The home features European aesthetics with hand-painted tiles, carved railings, stone walls, and limestone flooring, capturing the charm of a French countryside estate.
SF real estate
fromSFGATE
7 months ago

I explored a curious California gold mine on the way to Tahoe

The Gold Bug Mine stands as a compelling testament to California's gold rush, offering breathtaking park trails and enriching tours beyond the allure of gold history.
Travel
fromSFGATE
9 months ago

Jogger survives 'extremely rare' bear attack in the Sierra Nevada

The bear swiped at the man several times, injuring his legs, back and side of his torso. The man fled to a nearby house, jumping on a car.
Chicago Bears
fromSFGATE
10 months ago

100 homes impacted by flooding after thunderstorm hits outside Tahoe area

Thunderstorms have been occurring across the Sierra Nevada due to monsoonal moisture pushing northward from the Gulf of California.
California
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