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'Miracle March' Storms Bring More Snow, Rain To California

March 9, 2016 | Ed Joyce

A series of strong weather systems are forecast to bring heavy rain, snow and potential flooding to about 19 counties in northern California.

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Despite Rain And Snow California Drought Persists

December 31, 2015 | Ed Joyce

The recent snow and rain help, but more is needed as California heads toward a record fifth year of drought.

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Drought Improves In California, Pacific Northwest

December 17, 2015 | Ed Joyce

Recent storms have helped to ease dryness and improve drought conditions in California. But warm temperatures have limited the amount of snowpack in some parts of the western U.S.

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Calif. Drought: Storms Help, Water Supply 'Below Average'

December 10, 2015 | Ed Joyce

Despite a return to a more typical fall storm pattern, the rain and snow has brought only minimal improvement to California's multiyear drought.

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FEMA: El Niño Increases Flooding, Landslide Risk In California

December 9, 2015 | Ed Joyce

A federal agency released plans Wednesday to manage the potential problems from El Niño in California, such as flooding and landslides.

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Storm Prep: Leaf Piles Could Clog Drains

December 3, 2015 | Ed Joyce

During storms, uncollected leaf piles in Sacramento city streets could clog gutters and storm drains.

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Drought Improves In Pacific Northwest, Not California

November 25, 2015 | Ed Joyce

The latest U.S. Drought Monitor showed no change to drought conditions in California over the past week. But, the report does not include the storm that brought rain to valleys and snow to the Sierra Nevada this week.

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Sacramento Area Water Conservation Rate 27 Percent In October

November 23, 2015 | Ed Joyce

Two million Sacramento-area water users conserved 27 percent in October, the same rate as September.

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California Drought: Recent Storms Help Sierra Snowpack Not Water Supply

November 19, 2015 | Ed Joyce

There is no change this week to the drought in California, despite the recent storms that have brought snow to the Sierra. Reservoir storage in California remains the second lowest on record.

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Roseville Offers Recycled Water For Residents

November 16, 2015 | Ed Joyce

The City of Roseville is making recycled water available to residents as the drought in California heads toward a fifth consecutive year.

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