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California Storm Sparks New Gold Rush Across Gold Country
In California's Sierra Nevada storms wash gold into streams fueling a revival as prospectors flock to Amador County and other gold country sites. Reporters note rising interest, higher gear orders, and fresh gold-rich deposits despite widespread flood damage and prior storms.
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Chili Bar
Calif
California
Sierra Nevada
Amador County
Paul Bailey
Sacramento
Jim Kain
Camino
Sterling Fletcher
Sonora
Downieville
Jamestown
Angels Camp
Sutter Creek
Placerville
Pilot Hill
Auburn
Grass Valley
Nevada City
Coloma
James Marshall
John Sutter