NASA Data Feeds River Forecasts as Snow Drought Effects Linger
These predictions allow utilities like Tacoma Power to maintain reliable electricity for over 151,000 homes while managing public safety during floods and droughts.
- Following a warm winter with heavy rainfall and minimal mountain snowpack, Washington state declared a drought emergency across all watersheds on April 8, 2026.
- Tacoma Power used HydroForecast short-term and seasonal models to preserve water behind Mayfield and Mossyrock dams, entering summer 2026 with near-average reservoir storage.