Snow in August: California's Sierra Nevada Mountains Experience Rare Summer Snowfall
Unusually Cold Weather System Brings Snow to the West Coast
Unexpected Sight in August
Despite it being the heart of summer, an unusually cold weather system from the Gulf of Alaska brought a rare dusting of snow to the Sierra Nevada Mountains in California overnight.
Deputy Sheriff Expresses Surprise
Madera County Deputy Sheriff Larry Rich expressed his surprise at the unexpected snowfall, stating that it was definitely not expected to see snow at Minaret Vista in August.
Dazzling Imagery and a Reminder of Climate Change
The rare late-summer snow created stunning imagery, but it also served as a stark reminder of the impacts of climate change.
Emergency Declaration Due to Wildfires
Governor Newsom Declares State of Emergency
In contrast to the snowfall, parts of California have been experiencing extreme heat and wildfires. Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency in more than a dozen counties due to the ongoing wildfires.
Counties Affected by Wildfires
The counties affected by the wildfires include Amador, Butte, Calaveras, El Dorado, Fresno, Kern, Madera, Mariposa, Nevada, Placer, Plumas, San Bernardino, San Diego, Shasta, Sierra, Siskiyou, Tulare, Tuolumne, and Yuba.
Help and Resources
Contact Information for Public File
For assistance with the Public File, please call 954 364-2526.
Additional Information
For more information on the wildfires in California, please visit the following reputable sources:
- California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
- Ready.gov: Wildfires
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Wildfires
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