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Two years of low rainfall mean serious drought. How has this rainfall compared to average? (graphs)

by Lana Cohen May 6, 2021May 13, 2021

This drought may be worse than the one that ravaged the state in the 1970s. We’ve provided graphs, tables, and data so you can examine it yourself.

Environment & Natural Resources

As drought worsens Ukiah is well prepared, Fort Bragg anticipates water shortages (Water Security Series)

by Lana Cohen April 20, 2021April 29, 2021

We’re talking to every water district manager in the county to find out what the drought will mean for Mendocino County residents. First up, Fort Bragg and Ukiah.

As of early spring, usually the moment when the Lake is at its highest point, the water is far from its normal shore. The forecast shows low likelihood of any substantial precipitation. (Josh "Jethro" Bowers / The Mendocino Voice)

Environment & Natural Resources

Mendo Supes talk drought — Redwood Valley, Calpella may be down to critical health and safety water only within month, about 200 ag connections will be shut off next week

by Lana Cohen April 15, 2021April 15, 2021

On Monday, the Board of Supervisors and County water managers met to discuss the desperate drought conditions in Mendocino. Water leaders from across the county presented on issues from water shutoffs, to trucking in water ,and discussed ways to work together moving forward.