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A series of heavy storms will drench the parched U.S. West with widespread rain and mountain snow, starting this weekend in Northern California and parts of Oregon, as a strong low-pressure system moves ashore around the San Francisco Bay Area by Monday, bringing gusty winds and broad precipitation.
A strong storm is forecast to bring heavy rain, possible flooding and dangerous waves to Southern California from Sunday through early next week, with 1–2 inches of rain in valleys and coast (more in the mountains), potential debris flows in burn-scar areas, gusty winds, and high surf with waves over 10 feet; Bay Area beach hazards are also expected as the system moves through, with mountain snow possible as totals rise.
Australian ecologist Tim Henderson photographed a Siberian peregrine falcon near Alice Springs—the world’s fastest animal, capable of about 186 mph in a dive—marking the first Siberian peregrine sighting in Australia’s arid interior, likely drawn to wetlands created by recent heavy rainfall.
A spate of four shark bites in 48 hours along eastern Australia—three near Sydney and a fatality in Sydney Harbour—has been linked to heavy rains that flushed freshwater into coastal waters, drawing bull sharks and baitfish. Experts say the incidents reflect environmental and reporting factors rather than increased aggression, discourage culls, and stress practical safety measures like avoiding swimming after rain and staying aware of beach warnings.
California is officially drought-free for the first time in 25 years due to recent heavy rainfall and winter storms, filling reservoirs and alleviating drought conditions, though snowpack levels remain below average, leaving some uncertainty about future water supply.
California is completely drought-free for the first time in 25 years due to recent winter storms that filled reservoirs and ended drought conditions across the state.
Southern California experienced record-breaking rainfall leading to flooding, road closures, and beach advisories, with the wet weather expected to taper off by Tuesday and a potential return to sunny, breezy conditions later in the week.
Weather forecasts for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day indicate cold temperatures and snow in the Great Lakes and Northeast, with lake effect snow potentially dropping 1-3 feet, while the West experiences warmer-than-average temperatures and heavy rain, especially in Southern California, with flood watches issued.
Washington state is on track to record its warmest December ever, surpassing the previous record set in 2023, despite a La Niña winter forecast. The region experienced above-average rainfall due to atmospheric rivers, which helped alleviate drought conditions in some areas like the Yakima Basin, although overall the state remains drought-stricken and on track for its fifth driest year.
Southern California experienced its wettest Christmas in modern history, reversing last year's drought and fire risks, amid a broader pattern of climate-driven weather swings, with significant rainfall causing flooding, damage, and emergency responses across the region.
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.
California faces ongoing flood risks due to heavy rainfall and atmospheric rivers, with potential record-breaking rain and snow, while other regions like Zimbabwe and Australia experience severe weather variations during the festive period.
A new 24-hour precipitation record of 14.55 inches was confirmed in Wisconsin after severe thunderstorms caused widespread flash flooding, surpassing the previous record of 11.72 inches set in 1946, with the event primarily affecting Milwaukee on August 9-10, 2025.
Rainfall on Iran's Hormuz Island temporarily turned its Red Beach into a striking scene with red soil flowing into the Persian Gulf, creating a vivid contrast and attracting tourists and photographers. The red soil, rich in iron oxide, is also used in cosmetics and pigments.
Taiwan evacuated over 3,000 people and issued land warnings ahead of Typhoon Fung-wong's landfall, which is expected to bring heavy rain and impact the southeastern coast, while avoiding the northern region unaffected by the storm.