Weather tracker: Warm March in US leaves snowpack critically low
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A warm March left mountain snowpack critically low in the US West, raising water supply and wildfire concerns.
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This could lead to water shortages for millions and increase the risk of severe wildfires in the American West.
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A historically warm March across the United States has left mountain snowpack in the American West at critically low levels. Following a warm winter, numerous states recorded new all-time high temperatures last month, intensifying concerns about water supply. This significant reduction in snowpack, a crucial water source for millions, raises alarms for a potentially severe wildfire season. Abnormally warm, dry weather is expected to continue, exacerbating these conditions.
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