California's Sierra Nevada Sees Significant Snowpack Increase After Storms
California's Sierra Nevada Sees Significant Snowpack Increase After Storms
US · Published Feb 24, 2026
• Significant storms have drastically increased the snowpack in California's Sierra Nevada after a period of low snow levels.
• The Southern Sierra experienced the most substantial gain, reaching 98% of its normal snowpack by February
• Increased snowfall led to the temporary closure of Yosemite National Park and a deadly avalanche near Lake Tahoe.
Storms boost Sierra Nevada snowpack significantly
Recent storms have significantly boosted the snowpack in California's Sierra Nevada mountains, reversing earlier concerns about low snow levels.
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