California has experienced a significant late-winter surge in snowpack levels, contrasting sharply with the record heat that led to a 'lost winter' in the Midwest. This unexpected increase has resulted in vibrant green landscapes alongside snow-covered mountains, as captured in high-resolution satellite imagery by NOAA20, making for a stunning StPatricksDay weekend. The state's ability to buck the warming trend seen across the United States has been highlighted by various sources, including the San Francisco Chronicle, with contributions from @jackjlee, and the Los Angeles Times. Experts warn that this 'lost winter' phenomenon carries implications for future climate patterns.
Record heat led to a “lost winter” in the Midwest, but a late-winter surge pushed California’s snowpack above normal. Here’s how the state bucked the trend: https://t.co/rNyfg7WfQG
California’s snowpack has defied the warming trend in the United States. Experts say the “lost winter” carries a warning: https://t.co/3IhMAHffFE
Satellite photos show California turning green and snowy after winter storms https://t.co/t44dEV2WUC
Record heat led to a “lost winter” in the Midwest, but a late-winter surge pushed California’s snowpack above normal. Here’s how the state bucked the trend. with @jackjlee for @sfchronicle https://t.co/lgT3afJfsy
Record heat led to a “lost winter” in the Midwest, but a late-winter surge pushed California’s snowpack above normal. Here’s how the state bucked the trend: https://t.co/hkwCOdI9Pz
Looking good California! Vibrant greens alongside snow-covered mountains captured by #NOAA20 this afternoon are truly stunning via high-resolution #VIIRS imagery. It's great to see these #CAwx conditions. Enjoy your sunny #StPatricksDay weekend. 😎☘️ https://t.co/zqRt22DDxi