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
Six weeks. How about that. Thats what we have for at least two weeks. Ill give you that. Good morning everybody. Heres a look at live doppler 7. Hopefully im more right than 53 of the time like he is. Lets move on. A look from south beach and let me throw out your accuweather planner. Look at those lunchtime temperatures. 66 to 68. Low 70s at 4 00 with near record territory. By 7 00, still a very gorgeous evening, 58 to 61. Maybe have friends over and eat dinner on the patio and enjoy that warmth while you can. Heres sue. Looks great too. Headed to san rafael. Speaking of gorgeous, clear, no fog. The taillights are headed in the southbound direction past the North Gate Mall and the civic center at a 20minute clip to get from san rafael into San Francisco across the golden gate bridge. Well check on that in a minute. Lets look at the commute out of the Central Valley. Things are slowing there and a 25 to 30minute drive into livermore. Ace train number 1 which we mentioned last time is r
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