Tag: Fresno County (Calif)

Some California Counties Ban River Recreation Because of Dangerous Conditions

Several counties have banned recreation on rivers that flow from the Sierra Nevada because of swift currents and fatalities.

June 18, 2023
Atmospheric River Threatens California With Floods Amid Snow and Heavy Rain

Officials warned of inundated streets and overflowing rivers. Strong winds could also knock down trees and power lines.

March 9, 2023
Parched California Misses a Chance to Store More Rain Underground

Torrential rains could have helped to replenish depleted aquifers, but some say state bureaucracy, designed to distribute water fairly, has stood in the way.

February 21, 2023