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To: Sdgla who wrote (47101)1/30/2014 10:55:58 PM
From: Wharf Rat1 Recommendation

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Eric

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" I've experienced only one drought, that of the early 1990s. There is now ample rainfall and plenty of water. I don't think we need to fear the future and make drastic changes and huge investments.""

Now he's experienced 2.

California drought: communities at risk of running dry Kurtis Alexander Updated 8:51 am, Thursday, January 30, 2014


A discarded tire is seen stuck in the exposed lake bed of the Almaden Reservoir which is experiencing extremely low water levels due to the ongoing drought, in San Jose. Photo: Michael Short, The Chronicle
sfgate.com


Intensity:
  • D0 - Abnormally Dry
  • D1 - Moderate Drought
  • D2 - Severe Drought

  • D3 - Extreme Drought
  • D4 - Exceptional Drought


  • The Drought Monitor focuses on broad-scale conditions. Local conditions may vary. See accompanying text summary for forecast statements.

    droughtmonitor.unl.edu