How Do You Measure Snow From Space? First, Climb a Mountain.

A new satellite could transform how water is studied worldwide. But to help unlock its capabilities, scientists first needed ...
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These California scientists maintain one of the world's longest-running snow datasets

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Research scientist Gabe Lewis stands for a portrait at the Central Sierra Snow Lab in Soda Springs (Nevada County) on Jan. 5.
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Why The Central Sierra Snow Lab Is Crucial For CA’s Water

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Justin Michaels visits the Central Sierra Snow Lab in California, which is nearly 7,000 feet in elevation. Listen to why this ...
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Rain, not snow: Extraordinary warmth leaves mountains less snowy across the West

LOS ANGELES – At UC Berkeley’s Central Sierra Snow Laboratory, located at 6,894 feet above sea level near Donner Pass, researchers collect detailed measurements of the snowpack each day. There is ...
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These California scientists maintain one of the world's longest-running snow datasets

Scientists at UC Berkeley's Central Sierra Snow Laboratory were busier than ever this season - even before receiving over 4 feet of snow around Christmas. The modest research station, located in a ...