UCLA researchers examine the magnitude of California’s drought conditions | Sustainable LA Grand Challenge

Karen Dutko
April 06, 2022
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Publication: KCRW

UCLA Expert: UCLA Geography Department

Synopsis: KCRW-FM's “Press Play” reported on the shrinking California snowpack and why residents should expect water restrictions. Research by the UCLA Geography Department was used to discuss the magnitude of these drought conditions.

UCLA News: The UCLA Geography research explained the severity of the ongoing drought. Record temperatures are expected to hit California starting Thursday — right as details emerge about the megadrought ailing the state. As it turns out, the western United States is the driest it’s ever been in at least 1200 years, according to a UCLA analysis.