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A weather system involving an atmospheric river is bringing accumulating snow to Colorado's high country, with 4 to 8 inches expected and up to 18 inches near Vail Pass, causing travel delays and potential road closures, while the Front Range may see 1 to 5 inches of slushy, melting snow.
A severe storm driven by an atmospheric river has caused flooding, power outages, and fatalities in Southern California, prompting emergency declarations, evacuations, and road closures, with the storm expected to continue through the Christmas holiday.
A severe atmospheric river storm is causing extensive flooding, mudslides, and road closures across Southern California, with heavy rainfall expected to continue through Christmas Day, prompting evacuations and warnings, but dry weather is forecasted for the weekend.
A strong atmospheric river is bringing heavy rain to Southern California, especially over recent wildfire burn scars, increasing the risk of catastrophic flooding, debris flows, and mudslides, with a rare 'High Risk' warning issued by the National Weather Service.
Southern California is preparing for its strongest storm of the week, with a high risk of flooding, evacuations in burn scar areas, and potential for dangerous mudslides and debris flows, as heavy rain and strong winds threaten the region, following recent destructive fires and with more storms expected into the weekend.
California's ski season is severely impacted by unseasonably warm and dry weather, with only a small fraction of normal snow levels, but an upcoming atmospheric river could bring significant snowfall, providing much-needed relief for water resources and the ski industry.
Heavy rain and flooding in California have resulted in at least one death in Redding, with flood watches issued for 41 million people across the state as an atmospheric river causes severe weather conditions, including flash floods, road closures, and power outages, with worsening conditions expected through the week.
Heavy rainfall from an atmospheric river has caused deadly flooding and evacuations in Northern California, with more storms and months' worth of rain expected across the state, leading to widespread flooding, debris flows, and hazardous conditions.
A levee breach on the Green River near Seattle has prompted evacuations as heavy rains from an atmospheric river cause flooding and rising river levels, with additional storms expected to prolong the flood threat and cause further damage.
A series of weather events including an atmospheric river, high winds, and heavy rain are causing flooding, landslides, and power outages in Western Washington. While rivers are receding, upcoming storms will raise some to moderate flood levels, and strong winds may cause additional outages. A shift to cooler, snowy weather is expected mid-week, bringing winter conditions and a potential white Christmas, with mountain snow accumulating and rivers finally receding.
A significant atmospheric river is expected to bring heavy rain to Southern California, with potential flooding and debris flows, especially in recently burned areas. The storm will peak Thursday night through Saturday, with uncertain impacts on rainfall amounts and severity, possibly ending the fire season if enough rain falls. Evacuation warnings are in effect, and the storm could cause traffic disruptions and wind damage.
The Bay Area is preparing for heavy rain and strong winds during Thursday morning's rush hour, with wind gusts up to 60 mph and an atmospheric river expected to bring significant weather impacts, though not necessarily large rainfall totals. Authorities advise delaying travel and expect potential power outages due to falling trees and limbs. A weaker system is forecasted for the weekend and early next week.
A fast-moving atmospheric river is expected to bring heavy rain, potential flooding, and debris flows to California, especially in recently burned areas, possibly ending the autumn fire season. The storm could cause road flooding, wind damage, and snow in the Sierra Nevada, with significant rainfall and wind gusts across the region, impacting travel and safety.
An atmospheric river storm hit Southern California, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and flood risks, especially in burn scar areas prone to debris flows. Evacuations and warnings are in place, with potential for tornadoes, mudslides, and power outages. The storm caused road closures and prompted emergency preparedness efforts, but conditions are expected to improve by Thursday.
A powerful storm system fueled by an atmospheric river is set to impact the Northeast U.S., bringing heavy rain and strong winds that could cause power outages and travel disruptions. The storm, expected to be the most moisture-rich since last December, poses a risk of flash flooding, particularly in urban areas, despite ongoing drought conditions. High wind alerts are in effect from Maryland to Maine, with gusts up to 60 mph possible. The storm will be followed by a rush of Arctic air, leading to below-normal temperatures and lake effect snow in the Great Lakes region.