Western US Snowpack Update: Big Improvement Overall After a slow start for much of the Western US in terms of snowfall, snowpack averages are picking back up again. The Pacific Northwest is seeing a well-above-average snowpack right now and has been having a tremendous season in regards to snow. Most of Idaho, Colorado, and Wyoming are right around their average for snowpack, while Utah remains a touch […] SnowBrains | February 24, 2021 0 Comments
Canada Prime Minister Extends US Border Closure Another Month The US-Canada border will remain closed to nonessential travel for another month as both countries work to contain the spread of covid-19, according to government sources. The current US-Canadian closure agreement expired November 21, so restrictions will now remain in place until at least December 21. Related: US-Canada Border Could Remain Closed Until Next Year | Reopening is a “Long, […] Industry News SnowBrains | November 23, 2020 0 Comments
As Wildfires Intensify New Smoke Forecasting Models Are Needed New smoke forecasting models are being developed in response to wildfires intensifying across the western United States. The NOAA Smoke Forecasting System is good for predicting smoke movement across the US, however not as effective on a smaller scale. Related: The Intensity of California’s Wildfires is Causing Rare Volcanic Clouds Climate change is driving the intensification of wildfires worldwide. Increased […] Fire Alex Camerino | September 12, 2020 0 Comments
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