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California's Rainy Season Alleviates Drought Concerns

Recent storms have significantly increased precipitation levels, reducing the threat of drought and improving water supply conditions.

  • California's rainy season has brought significant rainfall, with downtown Los Angeles receiving more than an entire year's average annual rainfall.
  • The Sierra Nevada snowpack's water content has reached 86% of normal levels, easing concerns of a 'snow drought'.
  • Major reservoirs are well above average levels, thanks to runoff from last year's historic snowpack.
  • State water agencies serving 27 million people will receive 15% of requested supplies, up from December's initial 10% allocation.
  • The recent precipitation has improved the state's overall water situation, potentially leading to a good water year.
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