Wednesday Top of the Scroll: California is dry with no rain in sight. Should we start worrying about drought and wildfire?
California’s alarmingly dry winter continues, with no meaningful snow or rain in sight. Although it’s far too soon to predict a drought, experts said wildfire risks could worsen this summer as a result of the shortage of precipitation.
Related articles:
- SFGate: High-pressure ridge blocking storms from reaching Calif. can be seen from space
- Marin Independent Journal: With no rain in sight, Marin prepares early for fire season
- Mendocino Voice: Winter dry spell forecasted to continue well into Feb.