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  LADWP News 2026-27 Water Supply Forecast Below Average Snowpack Levels, Proactive Water Management Underway LADWP Hydrographers Report 24% of Normal for 2026 Final Snow Survey   LOS ANGELES (April 14, 2026) - The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) announced the Eastern Sierra snowpack measured 24 percent of normal, providing key information to prepare for the coming runoff year and plan water deliveries to Los Angeles customers and the Eastern Sierra.   Warmer temperatures prompted snowmelt and runoff to begin earlier than usual, however, this year's below normal water supply forecast is still expected to meet close to 40 percent of the City's annual demand. That represents approximately 81 billion gallons of water, enough to supply nearly 43,000 households for an entire year.   "As climate change continues to strain water supplies across the West, water providers face the triple challenge of ensuring reliability, protecting the environment, and keeping wa...
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A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck rural Nevada east of Carson City early this morning, April 14, 2026. Centered near Silver Springs, the temblor occurred at a shallow depth of 3.1 miles, causing light to moderate damage and sending items flying off shelves in nearby Fallon. While residents reported strong shaking for nearly a minute, no major injuries have been confirmed, though several aftershocks continue to rattle the region. https://sierrawave.net/earthquake-rattles-nevada-east-of-carson-city/
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Area Forecast Discussion Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County / Death Valley Dennis Mattinson / Weather & Atmospheric Forecaster Synopsis - TUE APR 14 2026 Overnight showers will lead to mostly sunny skies today, with highs rebounding to near April averages. As we head into late Thursday, another fast moving storm (from a trough racing thru the Northern Plains) brings slight chances of showers to the Owens Valley and slight chances of snow showers to Mammoth. Ridging then builds back in for the weekend....DMATT Area Wide Temperatures Today: Bishop: 68 / 33 Big Pine: 68 / 37 Independence: 68 / 42 Lone Pine: 68 / 43 Olancha: 68 / 44 Mammoth Lakes: 45 / 26 Death Valley: 87 / 57 https://sierrawave.net/dennis-mattinson-weather-atmospheric-forecast-april-14th/
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  Opening the Studio What’s behind the doors of Wind Drift Studios on Old Mammoth Rd? Find out this Saturday, April 18. The space has had a full refresh—and it’s worth a look. We’re kicking things off at 5:30pm with a Ribbon Cutting, followed by an exhibition opening featuring Chris Benchetler’s art. All are welcome. >>> Click here for more info Into the Bakery We have another Ribbon Cutting that's right around the corner. Come along and join us on Monday, April 20 (4–5pm) to officially cut the ribbon for East Side Bake Shop. Whether you’ve been in before or it’s your first time, it’s a great excuse to stop by and be part of the celebration. >>> Click here for more info Parade Floats Wanted! Float registration is now open for this year’s 4th of July Parade—theme: Make it Mammoth. Go the Extra Mile. Start thinking about how your business or organization will be a part of it. And bring it to life for a shot at Best Float and a $500 cash prize. Sign up and start plan...
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Area Forecast Discussion Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County / Death Valley Dennis Mattinson / Weather & Atmospheric Forecaster Synopsis - MON APR 13 2026 First weak storm moved thru Saturday with 4 - 7 inches at the Main Lodge. A second stronger storm then followed on Saturday night into today. This one is wetter and should drop 15 - 20 inches at the Main Lodge. Very windy over the Crest (G 70 mph) and in the Valleys (G 30). After a few AM showers today, drier air begins to filter in, with temps starting to rebound by Tuesday....DMATT Area Wide Temperatures Today: Bishop: 60 / 29 Big Pine: 59 / 32 Independence: 60 / 36 Lone Pine: 59 / 39 Olancha: 60 / 39 Mammoth Lakes: 38 / 20 Death Valley: 80 / 54 https://sierrawave.net/dennis-mattinson-weather-atmospheric-forecast-april-13th/
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Candidates, if you have an upcoming Meet and Greet and would like us to help share it with the community, please be sure to send your information at least 48 hours in advance. This allows us enough time to properly post and promote your event. Submissions can be emailed to news@sierrawave.net. - Limited to Inyo and Mono County   https://sierrawave.net/candidates-if-you-have-an-upcoming-meet-and-greet/
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Area Forecast Discussion Owens Valley / Mammoth Lakes / Mono County / Death Valley Dennis Mattinson / Sierra Atmospheric Forecaster Synopsis - FRI APR 10 2026 Today and this weekend's weather will be brought to you courtesy of a low pressure system in the EPAC, getting absorbed by a longwave trough from the Gulf of Alaska (GLA). The colder storm from the GLA should cause snow levels to drop to 6,500 - 7,000 feet by Saturday / Sunday. We are now looking at 10 - 15 inches of new snow over Mammoth Main by Monday AM. These back to back systems should create windy conditions especially along the Crest. Bishop and the Owens Valley should see a ~30% chance of showers Saturday and a ~50% chance on Sunday...DMATT Area Wide Temperatures Today: Bishop: 73 / 35 Big Pine: 72 / 38 Independence: 74 / 41 Lone Pine: 73 / 43 Olancha: 73 / 44 Mammoth Lakes: 49 / 28 Death Valley: 93 / 63 https://sierrawave.net/?p=103257
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