February storms provide boost but snowpack remains below average
February storms provide boost but snowpack remains below average
Source: The Signal
Date: 03/02/2026 6:12pm
Article Summary:
**February Storms Improve California Snowpack, But Levels Remain Below Average**
February storms boosted California’s snowpack, but levels remain below average statewide, according to the latest survey by the Department of Water Resources. Snowpack at Phillips Station measured 47% of average, with statewide levels at 66%, and officials say time is running short in the season to make up the deficit—especially in the Northern Sierra, which is lagging far behind. Despite the below-average snowpack, major reservoirs are currently above average as water managers work to capture runoff from recent storms.
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Date: 03/02/2026 6:12pm
Article Summary:
**February Storms Improve California Snowpack, But Levels Remain Below Average**
February storms boosted California’s snowpack, but levels remain below average statewide, according to the latest survey by the Department of Water Resources. Snowpack at Phillips Station measured 47% of average, with statewide levels at 66%, and officials say time is running short in the season to make up the deficit—especially in the Northern Sierra, which is lagging far behind. Despite the below-average snowpack, major reservoirs are currently above average as water managers work to capture runoff from recent storms.
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