More than three dozen atmospheric rivers made landfall on the West Coast from fall through early spring, but a lack of strong events in California led to the development of drought conditions in parts of the state. An atmospheric river is a thin, but long plume of moisture in the atmosphere that stretches from the […]
Nearly three in four water and wastewater treatment plants are worried about running out of masks, gowns, and gloves to protect workers from the deadly coronavirus, according to a survey of utilities. The survey, released late Tuesday, reveals that the same proportion of utilities are also concerned about being able to keep workers 6 feet apart […]
It’s a simple rule, designed to protect both homeowners and taxpayers: If you want publicly subsidized flood insurance, you can’t build a home that’s likely to flood.
The largest dam removal project in U.S. history came one step closer to fruition this week, as California issued permits for breaching the four dams on the Klamath River.
California’s decision to depart from federal regulations when managing its water supplies is causing strife across the water world. The state recently got a new permit for water delivery operations from its wildlife agency. In the past, that kind of authority came from adhering to federal rules. Now, with a dispute between the state and […]
U.S. Drought Monitor data released Thursday show that less of California is abnormally dry, and more of the state is drought-free. The improvement is mostly in Southern California and along the Central Coast, while data for Northern California show little change.
Forty Atmospheric Rivers Have Hit West Coast Since October
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage /by Mike Lee /The Weather Channelby Chris DolceMore than three dozen atmospheric rivers made landfall on the West Coast from fall through early spring, but a lack of strong events in California led to the development of drought conditions in parts of the state. An atmospheric river is a thin, but long plume of moisture in the atmosphere that stretches from the […]
Water Utilities May Face Virus-Linked Protective Gear Shortages
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage /by Mike Lee /Bloomberg Environmentby Amena H. SaiyidNearly three in four water and wastewater treatment plants are worried about running out of masks, gowns, and gloves to protect workers from the deadly coronavirus, according to a survey of utilities. The survey, released late Tuesday, reveals that the same proportion of utilities are also concerned about being able to keep workers 6 feet apart […]
Cities are Flouting Flood Rules. The Cost: $1 Billion
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Kimberlyn Velasquez /The New York Timesby Christopher Flavelle and John SchwartzIt’s a simple rule, designed to protect both homeowners and taxpayers: If you want publicly subsidized flood insurance, you can’t build a home that’s likely to flood.
California Greenlights Massive Klamath River Dam Removal
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Kimberlyn Velasquez /E&E Newsby Jeremy P. JacobsThe largest dam removal project in U.S. history came one step closer to fruition this week, as California issued permits for breaching the four dams on the Klamath River.
Lawsuits Vowed as Feds, California Take Divergent Water Routes
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage /by Mike Lee /Bloomberg Lawby Emily C. DooleyCalifornia’s decision to depart from federal regulations when managing its water supplies is causing strife across the water world. The state recently got a new permit for water delivery operations from its wildlife agency. In the past, that kind of authority came from adhering to federal rules. Now, with a dispute between the state and […]
April Rains Have Put a Dent in the Drought, at Least in Southern California
/in California and the U.S., Home Headline, Media Coverage /by Mike Lee /Los Angeles Timesby Paul DuginskiU.S. Drought Monitor data released Thursday show that less of California is abnormally dry, and more of the state is drought-free. The improvement is mostly in Southern California and along the Central Coast, while data for Northern California show little change.