California ends 25-year drought as all areas become drought-free

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California is drought-free for the first time in 25 years, with no areas experiencing dryness as of December 30, 2025. Recent storms in December 2025 significantly improved conditions, filling reservoirs and marking an exceptionally wet period for the state. This marks the first time since December 2000 that the entire state is not experiencing any drought conditions.


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