Floods and Droughts in the Tulare Lake Basin

John T. Austin
Second Edition. This book tells the fascinating story of floods and droughts that have occurred in the Tulare Lake Basin during the last 2,000 years. It records captivating first-hand accounts associated with those floods and droughts, many dating from the pioneer days. It documents the storms behind the floods, the causes of the floods, and the record snowpacks in the Sierra. It also describes Tulare Lake, and the amazing wildlife diversity and abundance that was to be found in and around Tulare Lake in the 1850s. The history of floods and droughts in this region considers modern day agriculture, dams, and public health and safety of interest to both the general reader and field expert. It provides context for understanding the predictions of climate models in an easily readable format. This technical yet reader-friendly book is an extensively researched document into an important subject for those who live in this region. Includes color charts and maps.  Paperback. 486 pages.