Insight With Vicki GonzalezWet Winter Storm Heading Across The RegionMarch 1, 2018 | Chris RemingtonThe National Weather Service is predicting a big winter storm. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
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.
EnvironmentEl Niño 'Takes A Break'February 5, 2016 | Ed JoyceJanuary brought above-average rainfall and snow to much of California, partly due to El Niño. But forecasters say the ocean warming condition is "taking a break" for the next week or longer. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentEl Niño And California’s Historic DroughtSeptember 3, 2015 | Ed JoyceThere were no changes in the intensity of drought in California over the past week and El Niño is not expected to end the state's historic drought. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentSocial Media Enhances Mission Of Sacramento National Weather ServiceFebruary 12, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe National Weather Service in Sacramento has increased the use of social media, like Twitter and Facebook, to meet its mission. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia Reservoirs Benefit From Recent StormsFebruary 11, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe recent storms have helped California's reservoir storage. But meteorologists say a dry forecast means many reservoirs will soon drop below average. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentStorms Bring Rain, Little Help For California's 'Meager' SnowpackFebruary 9, 2015 | Ed JoyceA pair of weekend storms brought rain and snow to the area, but made only a minor impact on the water supply and snowpack in the Sierra. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento Region Has Driest January On RecordFebruary 2, 2015 | Steve MilneFor the first time in recorded weather history, Sacramento received no measurable rain in January. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Local, State Agencies Getting Ready For StormDecember 9, 2014 | Steve MilneLocal and state agencies are getting ready for the major winter storm that's expected to arrive tomorrow night, pelting the Sacramento region with several inches of rain and high wind gusts. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Fire Weather Watch For Northern CaliforniaAugust 8, 2014 | Ed JoyceThe National Weather Service says thunderstorms and lightning possible as front approaches California.