California-Nevada Drought Early Warning System Regional Drought and Climate Outlook Series -September and October 2016

In September and October 2016 the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), the California Nevada Climate Applications Program (CNAP), the Desert Research Institute (DRI), the Western Regional Climate Center (WRCC) and other partners held a series of regional Drought and Climate Outlooks throughout California. These full-day meetings provided stakeholders and other interested parties with timely information on current drought status, as well as a preview of recent, current and developing climatic events (i.e. El Niño and La Niña) and ocean conditions. Presentations at each Outlook focused on regional topics such as water and land management, fisheries, forest health, groundwater, water quality and wildfire. Participants also had the opportunity to discuss regional drought impacts and information needs, and provide input on the development of the strategic plan for the California Nevada Drought Early Warning System (CA-NV DEWS). All of these Outlooks were CA-NV DEWS activities. 

This document includes a summary of current conditions, impacts on marine life, and an outlook for the rest of the year and winter.