EnvironmentCalifornia Drought: Storms Help Reservoir Storage But Not SnowpackFebruary 12, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe latest U.S. Drought Monitor points to California's dwindling snowpack in its latest report. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentSkimpy Sierra Snowpack Brings Warning To Lake Tahoe Snowmobile UsersFebruary 5, 2015 | Ed JoyceDue to low snowpack levels in the Lake Tahoe Basin, the U.S. Forest Service is asking snowmobile users to ride in areas that have adequate snow coverage. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentNorthern California Storm Not Expected To Help Sierra SnowpackFebruary 5, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe warm, wet storm forecast for Northern California may not add significant snow to the Sierra Nevada snowpack due to above normal temperatures.
EnvironmentCalifornia Water At Risk From Abandoned Sierra Nevada MinesDecember 8, 2014 | Ed JoycePollution from abandoned mines in the Sierra Nevada could threaten California's primary water supply. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Storms Bring Welcome Snow To California's SierrasDecember 1, 2014(AP) - Some drought-stricken Northern California ski resorts that stocked up on snow-makers are enjoying the real thing.
EnvironmentArtists, Scientists Experiment With Sierra Nevada PlantsOctober 7, 2014 | Ky PlaskonArtists and scientists are teaming up to study how climate change will affect plants in the Sierra Nevada region and help new species migrate to the mountains.
Sand Fire Now 75 Percent Contained, Some Evacuation Orders LiftedJuly 28, 2014Crews continue to make headway on the Sand Fire, as containment now stands at 75 percent. Evacuation orders have been reduced in most areas. UPDATE: 7:20 p.m. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentAmerican River Water Flows Increased To Fight SalinityJune 18, 2014 | Ed JoyceWater flows into the American River have been increased despite the drought.
EnvironmentStudy: Sierra Nevada Mountains Rising Due To Groundwater PumpingMay 15, 2014 | Ky PlaskonThe Sierra Nevada mountains are getting higher, and they're are being pushed by human activity, according to an article published this week in the journal "Nature." Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
