California Braces for Weather Extremes as New Water Year Begins
California's Department of Water Resources (DWR) has shared its water outlook for the next twelve months. The state enters its new water year on Wednesday, following a significantly dry period in Southern California counties. The DWR is preparing for weather extremes and coping with federal cuts to programs, including a 30 percent reduction in Bureau of Reclamation staff in California.
The DWR has highlighted the California-Nevada River Forecast Center as a key partner. However, recent federal staff losses there have led to gaps in operations. La Niña conditions are expected in the coming months, which can bring cold air outbreaks and severe storms. The DWR is focused on flood preparedness in the Central Valley.
The DWR is waiting to see if funding cuts will also impact the snow survey operations. Officials say the reduction in Bureau of Reclamation staff has affected information sharing and logging processes. The Bureau of Reclamation primarily manages water and land resources in the U.S., and staff changes are typically not publicly detailed in broad searches.
The DWR's outlook for the next twelve months reflects the state's preparation for weather extremes and its efforts to adapt to federal cuts. As California enters its new water year, the DWR remains committed to flood preparedness and ensuring the state is ready for any challenges that may arise.
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