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Blame Climate Change For The World's Shrinking Snowpack

River basins around the world are experiencing shrinking snowpack due to climate change.
Areas with winter temperatures warmer than 17.6 degrees Celsius are particularly susceptible to rapid snow declines.

Climate change is shrinking snowpack in many places, study shows. And it will get worse

River basins around the world are experiencing a decline in snowpack due to climate change.
Areas with winter temperatures warmer than 17.6 degrees Celsius are particularly vulnerable to rapid and accelerating losses of snowpack.

Spring snowpack has shrunk significantly over the last 40 years due to warming

Seasonal snowpack across the Northern Hemisphere has significantly shrunk over the last 40 years due to global warming, putting millions of people at risk of worsening water instability.
River basins in the Southwestern and Northeastern United States, as well as Central and Eastern Europe, have seen the sharpest declines in snow water equivalent, with decreases of 10% to 20% per decade.

Enigmatic Alpine avalanches to get a boost as Earth warms

Climate change increases the risk of wet-snow avalanches in the Swiss Alps despite reduced overall snowpack.

What to Read During a Warm, Weird Winter

Winter is changing due to climate change, with record-breaking cold temperatures and low snowfall becoming more common
The decline in snowpack is most significant in the southwestern and northeastern United States

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.

Blame Climate Change For The World's Shrinking Snowpack

River basins around the world are experiencing shrinking snowpack due to climate change.
Areas with winter temperatures warmer than 17.6 degrees Celsius are particularly susceptible to rapid snow declines.

Climate change is shrinking snowpack in many places, study shows. And it will get worse

River basins around the world are experiencing a decline in snowpack due to climate change.
Areas with winter temperatures warmer than 17.6 degrees Celsius are particularly vulnerable to rapid and accelerating losses of snowpack.

Spring snowpack has shrunk significantly over the last 40 years due to warming

Seasonal snowpack across the Northern Hemisphere has significantly shrunk over the last 40 years due to global warming, putting millions of people at risk of worsening water instability.
River basins in the Southwestern and Northeastern United States, as well as Central and Eastern Europe, have seen the sharpest declines in snow water equivalent, with decreases of 10% to 20% per decade.

Enigmatic Alpine avalanches to get a boost as Earth warms

Climate change increases the risk of wet-snow avalanches in the Swiss Alps despite reduced overall snowpack.

What to Read During a Warm, Weird Winter

Winter is changing due to climate change, with record-breaking cold temperatures and low snowfall becoming more common
The decline in snowpack is most significant in the southwestern and northeastern United States

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.
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#water-supply

'Abnormally dry' conditions spike as California struggles with below-average snowpack

The eastern slopes of California's Sierra Nevada are drying, which could worsen drought conditions.
California's snowpack is below average for this time of year, increasing concerns about water supply in the drier summer months.

Lake Tahoe expected to be full for first time since 2019, thanks to winter storms

Lake Tahoe expected to fill for the first time since 2019

'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%.

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.

'Abnormally dry' conditions spike as California struggles with below-average snowpack

The eastern slopes of California's Sierra Nevada are drying, which could worsen drought conditions.
California's snowpack is below average for this time of year, increasing concerns about water supply in the drier summer months.

Lake Tahoe expected to be full for first time since 2019, thanks to winter storms

Lake Tahoe expected to fill for the first time since 2019

'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%.

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.
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#sierra-nevada

California's biggest winter storm so far is on its way after a slow start for Sierra snow

Two storms are expected to bring significant snowfall to the Sierra Nevada mountains in California this week.
The storms will help improve the snowpack in the area, which has been relatively low so far this winter season.

Striking satellite photos show California snow replenished by recent storms

Pineapple Express storms brought significant precipitation to California and increased snowpack in the Sierras.
Satellite photos show the impact of the storms on California's snowpack, which was previously below normal levels.

Fresno's Rogue Festival Features Performance Of Latehomecomer, A Hmong Family Memoir | KQED

The Rogue Festival in Fresno's Tower District features local talent in various art forms.
Snowpack in the Sierra is recovering after recent storms, boosting the region's snow levels.

Late Winter Storms Spare California From Drought Pain, for Now

Substantial snowfall in Sierra Nevada in California restored water resources after concerns of a drought.
Snowpack in Sierra Nevada at 110% of average ensures water supply for the coming months.

California's biggest winter storm so far is on its way after a slow start for Sierra snow

Two storms are expected to bring significant snowfall to the Sierra Nevada mountains in California this week.
The storms will help improve the snowpack in the area, which has been relatively low so far this winter season.

Striking satellite photos show California snow replenished by recent storms

Pineapple Express storms brought significant precipitation to California and increased snowpack in the Sierras.
Satellite photos show the impact of the storms on California's snowpack, which was previously below normal levels.

Fresno's Rogue Festival Features Performance Of Latehomecomer, A Hmong Family Memoir | KQED

The Rogue Festival in Fresno's Tower District features local talent in various art forms.
Snowpack in the Sierra is recovering after recent storms, boosting the region's snow levels.

Late Winter Storms Spare California From Drought Pain, for Now

Substantial snowfall in Sierra Nevada in California restored water resources after concerns of a drought.
Snowpack in Sierra Nevada at 110% of average ensures water supply for the coming months.
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#california

California's Snowpack At Record Lows, One-Quarter of Normal in First Measurement of Year | KQED

Warm temperatures have led to an historically low snowpack in California at the beginning of January.
Decreasing snowfall and warmer temperatures may complicate water storage and management in the state for the rest of the year.

December Was One of the Warmest on Record in the State

December 2023 was the toastiest December in California since 1958 and the fourth warmest since 1895.
The warm temperatures in California have led to a diminished snowpack, with the snowpack being only 35% of what it typically is for that date.

Is California headed for drought after dry start to water year? What climate experts say

A dry start to the water year in California could lead to drought conditions in the coming months.
Last year's above-normal precipitation is in stark contrast to the current drier weather patterns and depleted snowpack.

Bare mountains: Paltry Sierra Nevada snowpack signals slow start for California's water needs

California has only 25% of its average snowpack for this time of year, the worst start in a decade.
The snowpack is crucial for California's water supply and wildfire protection.

Californians Head To Polls For Primary Election | KQED

Polling places open in California for local and statewide races including the U.S. Senate seat and Proposition 1 on mental health. Snowpack in California recovers to 104% of average due to a massive storm. First-time homebuyers in California can access the popular California Dream for All Shared Appreciation loan program.

Water content of California's snowpack is well below normal, but a new round of storms approaches

The water content of California's mountain snowpack is only 52% of the average to date.
Last winter had above average snowpack and filled reservoirs, but this year's El Niño has delivered below average precipitation.

California's Snowpack At Record Lows, One-Quarter of Normal in First Measurement of Year | KQED

Warm temperatures have led to an historically low snowpack in California at the beginning of January.
Decreasing snowfall and warmer temperatures may complicate water storage and management in the state for the rest of the year.

December Was One of the Warmest on Record in the State

December 2023 was the toastiest December in California since 1958 and the fourth warmest since 1895.
The warm temperatures in California have led to a diminished snowpack, with the snowpack being only 35% of what it typically is for that date.

Is California headed for drought after dry start to water year? What climate experts say

A dry start to the water year in California could lead to drought conditions in the coming months.
Last year's above-normal precipitation is in stark contrast to the current drier weather patterns and depleted snowpack.

Bare mountains: Paltry Sierra Nevada snowpack signals slow start for California's water needs

California has only 25% of its average snowpack for this time of year, the worst start in a decade.
The snowpack is crucial for California's water supply and wildfire protection.

Californians Head To Polls For Primary Election | KQED

Polling places open in California for local and statewide races including the U.S. Senate seat and Proposition 1 on mental health. Snowpack in California recovers to 104% of average due to a massive storm. First-time homebuyers in California can access the popular California Dream for All Shared Appreciation loan program.

Water content of California's snowpack is well below normal, but a new round of storms approaches

The water content of California's mountain snowpack is only 52% of the average to date.
Last winter had above average snowpack and filled reservoirs, but this year's El Niño has delivered below average precipitation.
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California's snowpack sits 'far below normal.' Will incoming atmospheric river help?

California's snowpack is below average for this time of year, posing concerns for water supply in the drier summer months.
The current water season has seen lackluster conditions, with the snowpack at only 58% of the average to date.

More rain in the Bay Area, snow in Tahoe before a return to drier weather

Rain is expected to continue in the Bay Area through Monday, with the most significant impacts on Sunday night.
The upcoming system later in the week is not expected to be as powerful, with less than half an inch of rain predicted.

What causes an avalanche? How common are they? What to know after Palisades Tahoe death

Avalanches have been occurring in the Tahoe region in recent days
An avalanche is caused by increased snow sliding down a slope

California begins 2024 with below-normal snowpack a year after one of the best starts in decades

California is beginning 2024 with a below-normal mountain snowpack a year after it had one of its best starts in decades, and officials said Tuesday that the weather whiplash has made the outcome of this winter uncertain.

Drone photos show California's reservoirs filling up - but not yet at capacity

(Xavier Mascarenas / California Department of Water Resources)
With the winter storm season ramping up, rainfall across the state has begun to refill reservoirs.
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