California Governor Gavin Newsom's administration announced on Thursday that constructing a massive water tunnel to capture and store rainwater will now cost over $20 billion. This tunnel aims to address the prolonged droughts exacerbated by climate change. State regulators have pursued various iterations of a water tunnel system for decades. The current plan, advocated by … [Read more...] about California’s water tunnel to cost $20 billion. State officials say the benefits are worth it
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California’s Lake Oroville highlights reversal of severe-drought levels in stunning before and after images
The storms that hit California in 2023 and early parts of 2024 continued to provide glimpses of hope after the severe drought up and down the state dropped water levels to shocking all-time lows. While the large fronts that began at the start of the year have caused flooding and massive amounts of snowfall at the higher elevations—which left thousands stranded with little to … [Read more...] about California’s Lake Oroville highlights reversal of severe-drought levels in stunning before and after images
California’s Lake Shasta rising from severe-drought levels in stunning before and after images
California's largest reservoir, Lake Shasta, has undergone a remarkable transformation. Just two years ago, drought gripped the region, leaving the lake at a fraction of its capacity. Today, thanks to heavy rainfall, Lake Shasta boasts a dramatic comeback. Since October 2023, nearly 37 inches of rain have drenched the Shasta Dam area, replenishing the parched landscape. As … [Read more...] about California’s Lake Shasta rising from severe-drought levels in stunning before and after images
California’s Most Famous Whale Washes Ashore in Bay Area, Killed By Ship
Fran the whale was the most popular humpback in California. The 17-year-old whale won the affection of tourists and whale watchers in the state for many years. The Bay Area News Group claims that she became the subject of the most pictures and the greatest affection. According to SF Gate, her approximately 50-foot-long body was discovered on California's Manhattan Beach … [Read more...] about California’s Most Famous Whale Washes Ashore in Bay Area, Killed By Ship
You Can Now Ride a Railbike Through California’s Scenic Redwood Forest
Skunk Train is repurposing unused train tracks as adventurous tour routes in an effort to breathe new life into some of America's historic railway lines. An excursion through the world-famous Redwood Route in northern California is one of its most popular experiences. Instead of taking the train, you and a friend can pedal an electric-powered railbike designed for two. The … [Read more...] about You Can Now Ride a Railbike Through California’s Scenic Redwood Forest