"Pacific Northwest Braces for Soaking Rains, Snowstorms, and 'Pineapple Express' in December"

A change in weather pattern is expected in the Pacific Northwest, with mild/warm, wet, and windy conditions forecasted for the first week of December. Light rain will arrive on Thursday, followed by more typical rainy and windy weather on Friday. Snowfall is expected in the Cascades, with a heavy snowfall possible on Friday evening into Saturday morning. A "Pineapple Express" or subtropical firehose of rain is forecasted for Sunday through Tuesday, potentially causing localized flooding. Gusty southerly winds are expected along the coastline and western valleys. While significant flooding or damaging winds are not currently anticipated, the situation will be closely monitored.