Heavy rains Lead to Heavy Snowpack
The recent wet weather in California is bringing some promising numbers to the state. The California Department of Water Resources says compared to recent years around this time, the snowpack is almost 200 percent above normal. Some areas are seeing even higher levels like the Southern Sierra. The snow water equivalent there is 222 percent above-average. While that's welcoming news, experts say don't get your hopes up yet. The Golden State saw its driest months in February and March of last year following high snowpack levels.