State water department must use experimental long-range forecasts for atmospheric rivers
The Department of Water Resources must include experimental tools that forecast atmospheric rivers weeks to months ahead (seasonal and subseasonal forecasts) in the forecasting methods it develops for flood control and water supply.
Who it affects
Department of Water Resources
When
This law takes effect on January 1, 2027. California laws take effect on January 1 of the year after they are signed, unless the law says otherwise.
- : Signed into law
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Official text
California SB 599: Atmospheric rivers: research: forecasting methods: experimental tools.
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