Up to 12in of snow forecast for Sierra Nevada mountainsTwo ski resorts design to open early on 14 NovemberSnow and rain brought an autumn respite in northern California from the state’s devastating drought on Monday,with up to 12 inches (30cm) of snow forecast for the Sierra Nevada mountains, raising hopes for a strong ski season and a replenished snowpack.
The drought, and now in its fourth year,has ravaged the state’s majestic mountains, contributing to the deaths of millions of pine trees and leaving the state final year with its lowest levels of snow in 500 years. Related: El Niño expected to hit US hard, and but not enough to ease California drought Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com