All articles tagged with #pineapple express
Originally Published 18 days ago — by Los Angeles Times
A 64-year-old man in San Diego was killed when a tree fell on him during a storm, marking the third storm-related fatality in Southern California, which has experienced severe weather including flooding and high waves.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by USA TODAY
The National Weather Service has issued a stern warning for California as the "Pineapple Express" storm is forecast to bring life-threatening and dangerous conditions, with up to a foot of rain expected in some areas. The storm could lead to widespread flash flooding, mudslides, and landslides, prompting advisories for residents to stay off roads and take precautions. The Grammy Awards and a PGA tour event are also at risk of being impacted by the severe weather.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Independent
A powerful storm known as the "Pineapple Express" is causing heavy rain and wind in California, with a second round expected to bring up to 15 inches of rain and "life-threatening" flooding. The storm has already caused flash flooding, mudslides, and storm damage, with a redwood tree falling on a woman's home and car. The National Weather Service has issued flood watches and warnings, and the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services has activated its operations center. Surfers have braved the waves, but the storm is expected to continue impacting the region for the next two weeks.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC San Diego
San Diego County is under a flood watch as heavy rain from the 'Pineapple Express' storm system reaches the area, prompting flood alerts and a voluntary evacuation warning for low-lying neighborhoods. Rain totals of 1 to 2.5 inches are expected, with localized flooding and potential thunderstorms. The National Weather Service issued flood warnings and advisories for various areas, with high-surf advisories for coastal communities and a chance of snow in the mountains. Another storm system is expected to bring several days of rain next week, following a recent state of emergency declaration due to heavy precipitation and flooding.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by USA TODAY
The first of two "Pineapple Express" atmospheric river storms has hit California, bringing heavy rain and snow, triggering road closures and rockslides. A second, potentially stronger storm is expected to arrive on Sunday and Monday, with impacts including travel disruptions, mudslides, power issues, coastal erosion, and property damage. Southern California is facing heavy rain and flash flooding, while winter storm warnings are in effect for the mountains, with up to 4 feet of snow expected. The storms are causing travel and flooding problems, with the second storm anticipated to be more extensive and severe than the first.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Daily Mail
A Pineapple Express storm system is causing chaos in California, with 22 million people under flood advisories and widespread flooding across the state. The storm has brought heavy rain, closed highways, and prompted evacuation warnings in San Diego. The state is bracing for more storms, with the potential for significant flooding and strong winds. Gov. Gavin Newsom has assured that the state is working to deploy resources to protect residents, as the threat of further damage looms.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Independent
California is being hit by back-to-back atmospheric rivers, known as the "Pineapple Express," causing heavy rain, wind, and the threat of flash floods and landslides. The first storm has already made landfall, with a second, potentially stronger storm expected over the weekend. Surfers in Los Angeles braved the conditions to hit the waves, while the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services activated its operations center and positioned personnel and equipment in at-risk areas. More than 20 million Californians are under weather alerts as the state braces for the impact of these powerful storms.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
California and the West Coast are bracing for severe weather with more than 22 million people under flood alerts and 32 million under high wind alerts as back-to-back "Pineapple Express" storms bring heavy rain, wind, and snow. The storms, originating from subtropical waters around Hawaii, are expected to cause widespread power outages and potential flooding. Authorities are preparing with sandbags and flood-blocking measures, while warnings and evacuations have been issued in flood-prone areas. The severe weather has already caused accidents and rescues, with a stronger storm expected to hit Sunday through Tuesday, bringing new threats of high winds and power outages.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox Weather
A potent storm system known as Pineapple Express is set to bring heavy rain, flooding, and strong winds to California, with coastal ranges expecting over 8 inches of rain and the Sierra Nevada forecasted to receive up to 4 feet of snow. The storm may lead to flash flooding, landslides, power outages, and travel disruptions, with high wind warnings and flood watches in effect. Another storm is expected to follow, potentially bringing even greater flooding impacts to Southern California.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo News
California is preparing for the arrival of two Pineapple Express storms, also known as atmospheric river storms, which are expected to bring heavy rain, high winds, and mountain snow across the state. The first storm, arriving on Wednesday, may cause urban and small stream flooding in Northern California, while the second storm, expected on Sunday, poses a greater risk to Southern California with potentially record-breaking rainfall. The storms could bring significant impacts to all major population centers in the state, with the potential for flooding and strong winds.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox Weather
The Pineapple Express, a moisture-laden atmospheric river, is set to bring heavy rain, flooding, and snow to California this week, with coastal ranges expecting over 8 inches of rain and the potential for monumental flooding in Los Angeles and San Diego. The system, originating near Hawaii, is forecast to bring significant impacts to the Pacific Northwest before moving southward, with the potential for river flooding, landslides, and high winds. The storm is expected to bring transient but heavy rainfall, with Northern California forecasted to receive 3 to 8 inches of rain and the Sierra Nevada expecting 1-3 feet of snow.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KTLA Los Angeles
Southern California experienced warm temperatures over the weekend, but an atmospheric river, known as a Pineapple Express, is expected to bring cooler, wetter weather to the region this week, with heavy rain and high winds forecasted. The National Weather Service predicts up to 8 inches of rain in some coastal ranges, with several days of rainfall expected from February 1 to February 9, and temperatures in the high 50s.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Daily Mail
The Washington state Coast Guard rescued a driver from the roof of his truck moments before it was swept away by raging floodwaters in Astoria, Oregon. The dramatic helicopter intervention was captured on video, showing a first responder being lowered from the helicopter to reach the stranded motorist. In total, five people were rescued from the torrential floods caused by the 'Pineapple Express' atmospheric event. The area has been hit with heavy rain, turning roads into rivers and resulting in one fatality.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KOIN.com
Satellite imagery from NASA shows the "Pineapple Express," an atmospheric river bringing warmer temperatures and heavy rain to the Pacific Northwest. The storm, originating in the Gulf of Alaska, is drawing subtropical moisture from Hawaii. Portland broke a temperature record with a high of 65 degrees, but cooler temperatures are expected as the storm moves east and brings in colder air from Alaska. Mount Hood ski slopes have been affected by rain, but falling temperatures may allow the ski park to open on December 8.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KOIN.com
The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for Northwest Oregon, including the Oregon Coast, Willamette Valley, and Cascade Foothills, due to heavy rainfall expected through Tuesday. Flooding can occur in urban areas with poor drainage and rivers, creeks, and streams west of the Cascades. The Pineapple Express, an atmospheric river, is bringing excessive rainfall from Hawaii to the Western U.S. and Canada. Additionally, a Winter Storm Warning is in effect for the Cascades, with high winds expected in the Portland Metro and Willamette Valley, potentially causing power outages.