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Damaging floods are common throughout California. Aging flood control infrastructure, a rising sea level, and continued development on floodplains are increasing economic and social risks.

Selected publications

A Path Forward for California’s Freshwater Ecosystems December 2019
This report describes a new approach to better prepare California’s freshwater ecosystems for climate change and protect at-risk species.

Priorities for California’s Water October 2019
This report outlines top priorities for improving water management and preparing California’s water systems and natural environment for climate change.

California’s Water: Preparing for Floods November 2018
A policy brief on our vulnerability to floods and ways to prepare for them.

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Floods February 2019

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BY THE NUMBERS

More than 7 million Californians live in areas at risk of flooding

Every county has been declared a flood disaster area.