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https://www.kqed.org:443/science/2000531/as-sierra-snowpack-dwindles-concern-mounts-over-fire-risk-and-water-management
As Sierra Snowpack Dwindles, Concern Mounts Over Fire Risk and Water Management | KQED
Apr 2, 2026 - After a March heat wave roasted the Sierra Nevada, California’s April snowpack levels are at near record lows.
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https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/california/water-agents-sierra-snowpack-measurement/4061889/
Water agents conduct Sierra snowpack measurement amid spring snow – NBC Bay Area
Apr 1, 2026 - Measuring in April is critical, providing a good idea about the peak seasonal snow pack levels.
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https://www.kqed.org/science/2000531/as-sierra-snowpack-dwindles-concern-mounts-over-fire-risk-and-water-management
As Sierra Snowpack Dwindles, Concern Mounts Over Fire Risk and Water Management | KQED
Apr 2, 2026 - After a March heat wave roasted the Sierra Nevada, California’s April snowpack levels are at near record lows.
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https://andrewskurka.com/high-sierra-record-snowpack-implications-for-trip-planning-gear-selection-and-skills/
High Sierra record snowpack: Implications for trip planning, gear selection, and skills - Skurka...
Nov 8, 2023 - As atmospheric rivers crashed into the High Sierra during the 2022-23 winter, I had two primary reactions. I was: In 2023 backpacking trips in the High Sierra...
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https://www.kqed.org/science/2000445/yikes-bay-area-heat-lingers-sierra-nevada-snowpack-melting-fast
‘Yikes’: Bay Area Heat Lingers, Sierra Nevada Snowpack Melting Fast | KQED
Mar 24, 2026 - As unseasonable warmth lingers across the Bay Area, one climate expert warns of the near disappearance of the state’s snowpack in the Sierra Nevada.
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https://www.mercurynews.com/2026/04/01/sierra-nevada-snowpack-just-18-of-normal-second-lowest-in-recorded-history/
Sierra Nevada snowpack just 18% of normal — second-lowest in recorded history – The Mercury News
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https://www.mercurynews.com/2026/02/26/sierra-nevada-snowpack-just-68-of-normal-after-whiplash-winter-but-water-supplies-are-ok-experts-say/
Sierra Nevada snowpack just 68% of normal after whiplash winter
Feb 27, 2026 - Dry spells and a few big blizzards so far could mean increased summer fire risk.
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https://www.eastbaytimes.com/2026/04/01/sierra-nevada-snowpack-just-18-of-normal-second-lowest-in-recorded-history/
Sierra Nevada snowpack just 18% of normal — second-lowest in recorded history – East Bay Times
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https://www.kqed.org:443/science/2000775/sierra-storm-will-dump-more-april-snow-but-wont-fix-california-snowpack
Sierra Storm Will Dump More April Snow, but Won’t Fix California Snowpack | KQED
Apr 21, 2026 - This week’s storm could drop up to 2 feet of snow in the Sierra Nevada, bringing a slight boost to the state’s meager snowpack — and also hazardous travel...
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