All articles tagged with #rainfall
Originally Published 2 days ago — by The Guardian
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.
Originally Published 3 days ago — by ABC7 Los Angeles
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.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by Los Angeles Times
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.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by CBS News
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.
Originally Published 13 days ago — by KUOW
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.
Originally Published 16 days ago — by Los Angeles Times
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.
Originally Published 17 days ago — by The Guardian
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.
Originally Published 20 days ago — by The Guardian
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.
Originally Published 23 days ago — by National Weather Service (.gov)
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.
Originally Published 24 days ago — by The Guardian
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.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by KSL.com
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.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Focus Taiwan
Typhoon Fung-Wong is approaching Taiwan, bringing increased rainfall to northern and eastern regions, with heavy rain expected from Monday night through Tuesday, gradually easing by Thursday as the typhoon weakens and moves away, with temperatures ranging from 22-32°C across the island.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Guardian
Tropical Cyclone Tino is approaching the Philippines, potentially becoming a typhoon and marking the 20th cyclone this year, prompting evacuations and preparations. Meanwhile, Queensland experienced a severe supercell with large hail, damaging property and causing injuries, with more stormy weather forecasted across Australia.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Gothamist
During a severe storm in NYC, two men died while attempting to save a dog from a flooded basement and making repairs in a boiler room, highlighting the storm's intensity and the city's ongoing challenges with flooding and housing safety. The storm caused significant flooding in neighborhoods like Bedford-Stuyvesant and Crown Heights, with rainfall exceeding the city's sewer capacity, and prompted efforts to regulate basement apartments for safety.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by USA Today
Potentially catastrophic Hurricane Melissa, the strongest of 2025 with winds up to 185 mph, is threatening Jamaica and Cuba, prompting urgent warnings for safety and preparations, with fears of extensive damage, storm surge, and heavy rainfall.