Heather Waldman
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Sacramento, CA, United States
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California atmospheric river impacts to expect on Tuesday
The worst conditions will likely arrive just ahead of the Tuesday morning commute and last through midday. → Read More
An atmospheric river will impact California starting Thursday
These storms, on average, account for 30% to 50% of the annual precipitation for the U.S. West Coast. → Read More
An explainer on when Lake Tahoe's water has 'mixed'
For the first time since 2019, cold water from the lake's surface sunk all the way to the bottom, a depth of 1,600 feet. This process is referred to as mixing. → Read More
Here's how atmospheric rivers can impact Northern California
These storms, on average, account for 30% to 50% of the annual precipitation for the U.S. West Coast. → Read More
California agriculture shifts to big tech as farming expenses soar
Larger farming businesses in Northern California are taking to smart devices and other remote tech for agricultural advances. → Read More
Transitioning to regional energy grid could cut costs, carbon emissions in California
California lawmakers will consider a bill this year which would expand Cal ISO to a regional power grid operator with neighboring states. → Read More
Sierra is snowiest spot in U.S. this season according to NWS data
The National Weather Service released data maps showing an area of the High Sierra with more than 40 feet of snow since Oct. 1. The Rockies are also snowier than average this year. → Read More
A true 'blizzard' has very specific weather conditions
A Blizzard Warning is in effect for much of the Sierra through early Wednesday morning. Wind will be a major factor in creating "blizzard-like" conditions at times. → Read More
Late February snow gives a big boost to the Sierra snowpack
UC Berkeley's Central Sierra Snow Lab has measured several feet of new snow since Wednesday, with more to come next week. → Read More
Here's a look at how weather will impact Northern California travel
Friday will likely be the worst day on the roads from the Bay Area to the High Sierra. Snow is expected to accumulate as low as 1,000 feet. → Read More
Central Valley Project water allocations for 2023 announced
The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation has announced initial water allocations for California's State Water Project. → Read More
Blizzard warnings issued for Southern Californial; Grapevine impacted
The National Weather Service has issued blizzard warnings for the mountains in Los Angeles and Ventura counties in Southern California as well as much of the South Sierra ahead of a strong winter storm that will track right over Southern California Friday and Saturday. → Read More
Northern California snow forecast for low elevations and timing
Confidence in the potential for accumulating snow in the Foothills is also increasing, with the lowest snow levels coming Wednesday night into Thursday morning. → Read More
A 'superbloom' is possible in parts of California this spring
California state park officials are "cautiously optimistic" about the chance for an uncommonly big bloom this year, but whether it happens or not hinges on some spring rain and a well-timed warm-up. → Read More
Yes, Earth’s core may have changed its rotation
Scientists recently discovered that Earth’s dense inner core may have stopped rotating relative to the surface. But that change is not likely to have noticeable impacts on our daily lives. → Read More
Here's a look at the holiday weekend forecast from Sacramento to the Sierra
Temperatures will steadily rise over the next few days. Conditions will stay dry through Presidents Day on Monday. → Read More
Trees can help shade Sacramento from climate change, but which are most likely to survive?
This year, a team of researchers at UC Davis will study 10 different species of trees in Sacramento to determine which have the best chance of thriving as global average temperatures rise. → Read More
Global root systems now more shallow than before human activity
Researchers at the University of Montana recently published a review showing that globally, root systems of trees and other vegetation are significantly more shallow than they were in the days before human activity → Read More
Twin NASA satellites can track groundwater in Northern California
NASA's GRACE satellite observing mission aims to track the motion of all of Earth's surface and groundwater, giving a more complete picture of water supply. → Read More
Here's a look at California water supply conditions
According to data tracked by California's Department of Water Resources, the Sierra snowpack remains well above the April 1st average but many valley wells remain dry. → Read More