The Changing U.S. Snowpack - Climate Change Impacts and Implications

Explore the critical impacts of changing snowpack in the western United States in this 30-minute press conference from AGU's Fall Meeting 2018. Delve into new research findings on snowpack and snowfall changes, their relationship to climate change, and potential effects on wildfires. Learn from expert researchers as they discuss the importance of snowpack for ecosystems, water resources, and winter recreation. Gain insights into how warmer temperatures are expected to influence snowpack levels in coming decades and the subsequent implications for water management and environmental systems.