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California is Completely Drought-Free for the First Instance in Two and a Half Decades.
After a quarter-century span, not a single part of the state is enduring dryness. This landmark event comes on the heels of difficult years marked by a lack of precipitation that worsened wildfire risks and strained its enormous farming industry.
An Update Reveals No Abnormally Dry Areas
The latest assessment from the U.S. Drought Monitor showed that the entire state is clear of dry or drought conditions. This development came after multiple above-normal rainfall that topped up major reservoirs like the state's largest lakes well above their long-term norms.
“If you’re 25 or younger you’ve only known in a world where California has been in or emerging from drought,” noted a local meteorologist.
Following Powerful Weather to Soggy Celebrations
The path to this point included intense and deadly winter storms that struck the state in recent years, causing significant overflow, power outages, and tragic losses. Although that weather started to mitigate the drought, they weren't enough to erase it completely.
Until late December, pockets like the state's northeast corner were still classified as experiencing dryness. Substantial precipitation at the beginning of January washed away those remaining dry spots.
Essential Mountain Snowfall Remains a Concern
But, experts warn that being out of drought is not the same as being out of the woods. Recent measurements of the mountain snow accumulation show it at approximately 70 percent of the historical norm.
This mountain snow, which provides a significant portion of the state's usable water as it runs off, is an essential component for future water availability. Hydrology managers stress that it is not yet time to determine the outlook for the months ahead.
“What we are observing right now is a higher ratio of rain to snow,” explained a state water resources manager. “We’d like to see the snow accumulation to increase by April 1st so that we’re approaching the typical mark.”
Although the monitor is entirely green, attention turns to sustaining this precious water balance for the months to come.
Kim Ramirez
A passionate golfer and journalist with over a decade of experience covering PGA tours and equipment innovations.
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