On a larger scale, there is measured concern about the snowpack in the sierra which provides about 35 of the states need. 13. 6 inches was the depth recorded. Thats 14 of the historic average. We have half a winter to go. So theres still time to see one or two atmospheric rivers. We do have some storms coming in a couple weeks. They might be warmer storms, subtropical storms. The storm levels may be high, we may not see much improvement with those storms. The water Valley District does have reserves. And imported water stored in southern california. The uncertainty of rain and snow has consumers mindful that another drought can never be ruled out. I think its just going to be an ongoing problem. Were definitely going to have to keep the conservation up no matter what, even if we do have a great winter. In san jose, david louie. In just the last hour, Homeland Security rated 77 Northern California businesses this week, searching for illegal workers. Department officials confirmed inspec
Thanks for joining us, im kristin zee in for ama daetz. Im dan ashley. For the first time in months, three california counties fall into the severe drought category, shown on this map in orange. And todays snow survey found the Sierra Snowpack at 14 of average while statewide its 27 of average. David louie is live with a look at the big picture and a glimpse of what we can expect this year. Theres no question people have been enjoying a string of warm and sunny days, heading out to trails and parks like this one. But there is concern that ha significant dry spell could imperil our water supply. However, the Water District says its a bit early to use word drought. The reservoirs owned and operated bit valley Water District. Theyre primed to capture runoff. But stretchesf sun and warm temperatures have some people wondering about another drought. A trodrought means theres a wa supply shortage. We dont have a water shortage because of the good work our communitys done to conserve water. O
There, too. Metro state professor of economic professor alexander says a increase in minimum is not the best way to pull people out of poverty. We heard a plea from a Family Living near the poverty this is alisha batta raising two girls on her own and the first thing she will tell her about her job is that she loves it. I take care of alzheimers patients. She works night so she can be involved in her daughter schooling. Her hourlily raise. 11. It is currently 8. 11 cents denver where with two kids she would have to make double that to be selfsufficient. Over 57 grand according to one study but batta says the paychecks can be inconsistent. Batta will vote to hike the minimum wage and figure the 11 will jump a few bucks. I asked her that people are against the minimum wage says prices will go up and she agrees. If they look at it, gas or whatever, you name it, it will still go up. Why not allow wages to go up and i asked her something else. Why not get a better paying job and she says it
The command center along highway 120, which is still closed tonight between groveland and yosemite. Reporter there are now 1,080 firefighters from as far away as san diego and bend, oregon, working this fire. The day side crews are getting a meal. Night side crews are out there on the fire lines, hoping to contain this fire, which is now just 5 contained. Meantime, about 8 miles away, an advisory evacuation is underway in Pine Mountain lake. Sheriffs deputies are going doortodoor, telling residents they should leave their homes, because the fire is getting dangerously close. Deputies get their name so theyll know who to look for if the fire moves in. The fires Movement Today proved to be very unpredictable. There were some tense moments at the fire command post, as heavy black smoke began billowing from the forest at the camps edge. Soon large flames appeared, and it became clear the fire was heading straight for the camp, housing dozens of support vehicles and personnel. Were here. We
Closed tonight between groveland and yosemite. Reporter there are now 1,080 firefighters from as far away as san diego and bend, oregon, working this fire. The day side crews are getting a meal. Night side crews are out there on the fire lines, hoping to contain this fire, which is now just 5 contained. Meantime, about 8 miles away, an advisory evacuation is underway in Pine Mountain lake. Sheriffs deputies are going doortodoor, telling residents they should leave their homes, because the fire is getting dangerously close. Deputies get their name so theyll know who to look for if the fire moves in. The fires Movement Today proved to be very unpredictable. There were some tense moments at the fire command post, as heavy black smoke began billowing from the forest at the camps edge. Soon large flames appeared, and it became clear the fire was heading straight for the camp, housing dozens of support vehicles and personnel. Were here. We have a lot of people, and were just trying to put th