EnvironmentHeavy Rain, Heavy Snow In Northern CaliforniaMarch 10, 2016 | Ed JoyceA series of strong weather systems will move through Northern California Thursday through Tuesday of next week. The National Weather Service in Sacramento has issued more than 10 warnings, watches and advisories.
EnvironmentReservoirs Filling, But Snowpack Worries In CaliforniaMarch 10, 2016 | Ed JoyceSome reservoirs are filling in California, but melting Sierra Nevada snowpack is a worry. After early March storms, the U.S. Drought Monitor says the state is now primed for drought improvement. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Environment'Miracle March' Storms Bring More Snow, Rain To CaliforniaMarch 9, 2016 | Ed JoyceA series of strong weather systems are forecast to bring heavy rain, snow and potential flooding to about 19 counties in northern California. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentSouthern California Water Agency Takes Step To Buy Delta LandMarch 8, 2016 | Amy QuintonThe board of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California has voted to enter into a contract to buy land in the hub of the state’s water system, the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta.
EnvironmentSpraying For Water Hyacinth In The Delta Starts ThursdayMarch 8, 2016 | Rich IbarraMore boats, manpower and other resources will be used this year on the invasive weed. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentStorms Boost Sierra Nevada Snowpack, ReservoirsMarch 7, 2016 | Ed JoyceMaybe a "Miracle March" will ease some of the deficits from the historic four-year drought in California. Recent storms have boosted the Sierra Nevada snowpack and more snow is in the forecast. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia Storms Prompt Releases From Folsom Reservoir, Local FloodingMarch 7, 2016 | Amy QuintonStorms bring local flooding, debris flows, and prompt increased releases from Folsom Reservoir.
Environment9,000 Dying Trees To Be Removed In Tuolumne CountyMarch 7, 2016 | Rich IbarraTuolumne County will start on the job of removing 9,000 dead and dying trees that threaten roads, water supplies, and infrastructure this month. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentDelta Smelt Populations Plummet 2nd Year In A RowMarch 7, 2016 | Amy QuintonThis is the worst year in history for populations of the tiny threatened fish that’s often on the frontline in California’s water wars. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentStorms Bring Rain And Snow To CaliforniaMarch 4, 2016 | Ed JoyceThe series of storms in California over the next week could cause federal water managers to release water from the Folsom Reservoir to maintain flood space requirements. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
