Yosemite National Park - Floods of 1996 and 1997 (U.S. National Park Service)

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	Yosemite National Park Floods of 1996 and 1997

Floods in Yosemite Valley aren't uncommon during spring runoff, when the Merced River swells with melted snow and overflows into meadows. The largest, least common floods occur during winter--most recently in January 1997. See what Yosemite Valley looked like during the floods of May 1996 and January 1997. (6 minutes)

You can also download a Quicktime version of this movie: [24 MB].


			Did You Know? Black bears in Yosemite are active both day and night. Most bears that rely on natural food sources are active during the day. However, those that get food from people are often active at night, when they can quietly sneak around and grab unattended food. more...

Last Updated: February 18, 2009 at 17:04 EST