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Rain Significantly Impacts Drought

Friday, January 13

The Drought monitor outlook updated weekly says the recent bombardment of atmospheric rivers on the states has significantly reduced the drought.Precipitation totals exceeding 4 inches (liquid-equivalent) were widespread, and several areas in and near the Sierra Nevada, Cascades, and coastal ranges recorded over one... Read More.

City of Susanville Water Storage Capacity May Stave off Water Restrictions Amid 3rd Year of Drought

Friday, May 13

As many neighboring counties begin water reductions in response to the 3rd dry year, the City Susanville is off to a better start. Bob Godman, Public works director shared the city has increased its water storage capacity by 1 million gallons with 5 water... Read More.

DWR Snow Survey Reveals Another Year of Drought in CA

Monday, April 4

The wet season has officially ended in California with the passing of April 1st and the outlook for the regions snowpack, water content, and storage is falling short. The Departmetn of Water Resources snow survey revealed thier fourth snow survey to be at 2... Read More.

USDA Begins Payments to Ranchers for Losses Due to Wildfire and Drought

Friday, April 1

Emergency relief payments are beginning to go out for ranchers to recover from losses due to wildfires and the state’s severe drought. Ranchers with approved applications from 2021 in the livestock forage disaster program will be supplemented for increases in supplemental feed costs last... Read More.