Let’s start off the new year with some good news. Snowpack in Utah is above average. It’s early in the season, but hey, good news is good news.
This map, from KSL (https://www.ksl.com/weather/snowpack), shows our area has just over twice the average snowpack compared to the past 30 years at the same time. Snowpack is vital, ultimately accounting for most of our annual water supply.
We still have a water problem and need to take significant action, but let’s enjoy this bit of good news today. Happy New Year and best wishes for a healthy, happy, rewarding, and hydrated 2022!
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