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California Sees Record Snowfall, Water Supply Secured

2/24/2026

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Story summary

A series of powerful low-pressure systems has brought heavy rainfall and snowfall to the West.
Over the past week, the Sierra Nevada recorded 90 inches of snow.
Rainfall in Northern California could exceed 5-7 inches as warmer temperatures drive snowmelt.
California is not in drought and has sufficient snowpack to replenish water through 2026.

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Story summary

A series of powerful low-pressure systems has brought heavy rainfall and snowfall to the West.
Over the past week, the Sierra Nevada recorded 90 inches of snow.
Rainfall in Northern California could exceed 5-7 inches as warmer temperatures drive snowmelt.
California is not in drought and has sufficient snowpack to replenish water through 2026.