EnvironmentClimate change whiplash could mean more flooding, water-management challenges in CaliforniaJanuary 28, 2022 | Manola SecairaLast year, California saw everything from intense drought to torrential rain. Researchers and water agencies say that the future of the state’s drought depends on adapting to these shifts.
EnvironmentWinged warning: Migrating birds hit hard by California’s droughtNovember 11, 2021As the drought dries up California’s wetlands, traveling birds such as ducks, geese and eagles are struggling to survive and breed. “This drought is bad. The odds are against us,” a state expert said.
EnvironmentWater Shortages: Why Some Californians Are Running Out In 2021 And Others Aren’tJune 23, 2021Drought resilience depends on location but also extraordinary engineering — determining which California places are running out of water this year and which remain in good shape.
EnvironmentAs Drought Intensifies, State Warns Users To Stop Pumping Water From Major RiversJune 17, 2021About 4,300 users were issued notices to halt diversions from the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta.
EnvironmentCalifornia’s Reservoirs Face Dangerously Low LevelsJune 5, 2021 | Steve MilneExperts say the current drought is hotter and drier than previous ones, meaning water is evaporating faster.
EnvironmentCalifornia Drought Could Mean Peak Fire Season Months Earlier Than UsualJune 1, 2021 | Scott RoddCalifornia wildfires have burned nearly five times as many acres on state land this year compared to the same time period last year. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentNew Report: Drought To Hit Rural Latino Communities HardestMay 15, 2021The Legislative Analyst’s Office warns California lawmakers to prepare to dispatch emergency drinking water to vulnerable communities, particularly in the Central Valley.
EnvironmentDrought Emergency Declared In Central Valley, Klamath RegionMay 10, 2021Pressured by growers and legislators, Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a drought emergency in 39 counties as most of California experiences severe drought.
EnvironmentGovernor Declares Drought Emergency In Northwest CountiesApril 22, 2021The Russian River watershed is hard hit by lack of rainfall. The emergency order will allow state officials to relax some restrictions on reservoirs and assist endangered fish.
EnvironmentCalifornia Needs More Storms, Groundwater To Avoid Prolonged Drought, Experts SayFebruary 3, 2021 | Ezra David Romero | Nina SparlingOver the past week Northern California was walloped by winter’s first big storm. But experts say more storms are needed to ward off drought this year Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.