California reservoir water level update: ‘incredible’
California reservoir water levels are in “incredible shape,” with all of the state’s major reservoirs at or above 100 percent of historical average for this time of year, according to data from the state’s Department of Water Resources (DWR). … California’s water storage levels have surged to some of the highest seen in recent years, providing critical relief after years of persistent drought. All of the state’s major reservoirs, which serve as key water sources for nearly 40 million residents and vast agricultural operations, now hold 100 percent of the average capacity for this time of year or above, helping to safeguard water supplies for the hotter, drier months ahead.
Other weather and water supply news:
- KBAK (Bakersfield, Calif.): Recent rains alleviate drought in California, bring benefits and challenges to farmers
- KSBY (San Luis Obispo, Calif.): Following recent rain, the Central Coast is no longer in a drought
- The Fresno Bee (Calif.): Here’s how much Millerton Lake reservoir rose after record rainfall in Fresno
- KTLA (Los Angeles): Southern California’s wet November — here are the top rain totals
- Los Angeles Times: Huge storms produced wettest November on record for parts of Southern California
