California snow lab in Sierra sees nearly a foot of snow dumped in 24 hours, more incoming soon

The UC Berkeley Central Sierra Snow Lab has announced a substantial snowfall of 10.6 inches (27 cm) in the morning measurement at 8 am today.

The lab, situated in the heart of the Sierra Nevada mountains, is anticipating additional snow accumulation over the next 48 hours, with an even more substantial snowfall forecasted from Sunday into Monday.

The recorded snowfall serves as a testament to the winter’s potency in the Sierra Nevada region, and the ongoing measurements provide valuable insights into the mountainous weather patterns.

The lab plays a crucial role in monitoring and researching the snow conditions in the Sierra Nevada, providing essential data for water resource management, climate research, and avalanche forecasting.

This story was originally published here.

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