Within persistent cool springtime conditions, many of California’s most ... into the North Fork of the Merced River. The region is underlain by quartz veins, rich in ore. Gold mining began ...

Atmospheric rivers get talked about a lot during winter in California, and for good reason. The invisible rivers in the sky play a significant role in how much rain the state receives and can ...

While atmospheric rivers are essential to replenishing California's water supply, their unpredictability and intensity pose challenges for flood control and public safety. The California ...

Within persistent cool springtime conditions, many of California’s most storied rivers ... Park and tumbles down into the North Fork of the Merced River. The region is underlain by quartz veins, rich ...