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The Department of Water Resources (DWR) in Sacramento, California, plays a crucial role in managing the state's complex water system, balancing the intricate relationship between natural ecosystems and human-made infrastructures. With a focus on sustainability, the department oversees more than 1,200 dams, supports efficient water use, and engages in collaborative efforts to enhance water quality and supply. DWR is dedicated to addressing key water challenges such as climate change, drought, and flood management while providing educational resources and technical assistance to communities across the state. Their comprehensive programs aim to ensure that California's water resources are managed responsibly for the benefit of current and future generations. Generated from the website

The National Weather Service (NWS) provides weather, hydrologic, and climate forecasts and warning for the United States, its territories, adjacent waters and ocean areas, for the protection of life and property and the enhancement of the national economy.

The Department of Human Assistance is a division of the county government of Sacramento County, Calif. The department provides programs to low-income households, homeless people, senior citizens and veterans. It administers various federal, state and local programs designed to provide cash assistance, food stamps and health insurance for low-income residents of Sacramento County. In addition, it offers no-cost or low-cost health insurance to adults who are 65 years of age or older and families with children who are deprived of support due to parental unemployment or underemployment. The department also provides daily lunches to elderly people and offers volunteer programs for seniors. Its volunteer programs include the Retired Senior Volunteer Program, the Foster Grandparent Program and the Senior Companion Program. In addition, the department provides assistance to veterans and their dependents in preparing and presenting claims for benefits.