EnvironmentCalifornia Experiencing 'Miracle March,' Says Water ManagerMarch 15, 2016 | Amy QuintonOne of the state’s top water managers says California is experiencing a “Miracle March,” after a dramatic increase in rain and snow. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentProposed California Ballot Initiative Would Divert High Speed Rail and Water Bond MoneyMarch 10, 2016 | Amy QuintonA proposed California ballot initiative would divert money from the High Speed Rail project and the 2014 water bond to instead fund water storage projects. 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.
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.
EnvironmentCalifornia Releases Draft Regulations For Groundwater ManagementFebruary 18, 2016 | Amy QuintonThe California Department of Water Resources has released the first draft regulations to manage groundwater sustainably. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentState Water Project To Deliver More Water This YearJanuary 26, 2016 | Amy QuintonEarly winter storms have increased water supplies in California. As a result, agencies that depend on the State Water Project will now get more water. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentExcessive Pumping of 21 Groundwater Basins In CaliforniaJanuary 21, 2016Ten new groundwater basins in California have been added to a list of those considered in “critical overdraft”. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
