Drought in California

Photos, videos and stories of drought in California. Share yours.

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We’re moving!

We’re wrapping up drought coverage on tumblr and are collecting drought stories on KQED Science’s drought watch page. Radio stories, video, infographics and more. Come visit! http://ww2.kqed.org/science/series/california-drought-watch/

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Briones Reservoir by Dan Brekke

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A look at percentage of average precipitation that has fallen during the month of March so far.

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Was March the Rainfall Miracle We’d Hoped For?

Northern California's winter rains weren't enough to end the drought, but it's the most precipitation we’ve had in five years.

It’s really a tale of two droughts now -- Northern California, which got a nice soaking this year, and Southern California, where many reservoirs remain troubled.

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This is the atmospheric river that’s ushering in a weekend of rain to the Bay Area. Read more: Where’s the Rain? North Bay Sees Deluge

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California Reservoirs Are Dumping Water in a Drought, But Science Could Change That

Advanced weather models could remove some of the guesswork and leave more water behind dams.

There’s a rule in California that may seem bizarre in a drought-stricken state: in the winter, reservoirs aren’t allowed to fill up completely. Full story.

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And time is running out. Read the full story on KQED.org.

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El Niño Weakening, Stage Set for La Niña and Possible Dry Winter Next Year

Federal climate forecasters say there's an 80 percent chance that El Niño will flip to its opposite La Niña state by summer's end.

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California’s Water Supply at Risk From Warmer Winters

The Sierra Nevada snowpack is crucial to the state’s water supply, and warmer winters are putting it at risk.

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When Will California’s Drought End?

After heavy rain, the Sierra snowpack is finally above average and reservoirs are gaining water, so when will the drought be over?

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Drought Driving Hungry Bears Into Sierra Town of Three Rivers

Three Rivers is literally crawling with hungry bears driven down from the mountains by drought in search of food to fatten up for winter.

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These trees require an enormous amount of water -- and the past few years have taken a toll. See the story on KQED

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Suburban homeowners ripping out thirsty lawns are dotting their new drought-tolerant landscapes with milkweed native to California’s deserts and chaparral — plants that have the potential to help save water and monarchs at the same time, because the female monarch will lay her eggs only on milkweed. Full story: How California’s Drought Is Helping Monarch Butterflies

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EBMUD releases names of 1,108 residential customers hit with penalties for excessive water use.

Beane uses 5,996 gallons of water/day, on average. And he’s not even the biggest water guzzler.

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The drought is having some unexpected consequences. In the Sierra foothills, the rapids of the Stanislaus River have returned.

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Drought-Weakened Trees Could Pose Danger This Winter

If El Niño brings heavy wind and rain, California's dead and dying trees could topple, threatening homes and people.

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As Californians Save Water, Districts Lose Money

Some water districts are using maintenance funds to keep operating, but there is a better way.

Saving water can have a hidden downside for cities and water suppliers: budget troubles.