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California Sees Rare August Snowfall in Sierra Nevada Amid Heatwaves and Wildfires

This summer, Californians have faced extreme heatwaves and wildfires, but unexpectedly, snow has dusted the Sierra Nevada mountains. On Saturday, an unusual snow system brought snowfall to the region, marking the first August snow in over 20 years. Deputy Sheriff Larry Rich described the scene at Minaret Vista, southeast of Yosemite National Park, as a “winter wonderland” amid summer, creating…