As a series of storms have hit Northern California this winter, the drought picture there is easing, but is still more of a factor in Southern California and the Central Valley. According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, more than 40% of the state is no longer in a drought. RELATED: Is the great California drought over? The assessment suggested that the storms have helped Southern California, too, but unlike the north, the Southland remains in various stages of drought. Pyramid Lake, where the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California stores water, is now filled above its historic average.

Source: Los Angeles Times January 12, 2017 15:40 UTC