Pair of atmospheric river storms headed to California. SoCal could be in for a soaking
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Pair of atmospheric river storms headed to California. SoCal could be in for a soaking

LA Times  

After an extraordinarily dry start to the year, two atmospheric river storms are expected to hit California — potentially bringing much-needed moisture to the still-withered Southland while packing a more powerful and prolonged punch up north. There’s a chance of moderate to heavy rainfall in Los Angeles and Ventura counties from Tuesday through Thursday, according to the National Weather Service office in Oxnard. Northern California is primed to get two atmospheric river storms, according to Courtney Carpenter, a meteorologist with the weather service’s Sacramento office. The first atmospheric river storm expected to hit Northern California starting Friday won’t reach far enough south to bring significant rain to Los Angeles County. Next week’s weather system is considered a “possible atmospheric river” storm for Los Angeles County, the weather service office in Oxnard said.

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Will Southern California’s wet weather soon come to an end?
1 week, 3 days ago

Will Southern California’s wet weather soon come to an end?

LA Times  

The final round of rain for the week is expected to deliver between a tenth and quarter of an inch of rain along the coast and valleys. “It’s going to be a little bit more than just light rain, but not much more,” said Mike Wofford, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Oxnard. There’s a chance Monday could …

Study shows rain-soaking atmospheric rivers are getting bigger, wetter and more frequent
1 week, 4 days ago

Study shows rain-soaking atmospheric rivers are getting bigger, wetter and more frequent

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — As extreme weather events have hit the world hard in recent years, one meteorology term — atmospheric rivers — has made the leap from scientific circles to common language, particularly in places that have been hit by them. Share Share Facebook Copy Link copied Print Email X LinkedIn Bluesky Flipboard Pinterest Reddit Scientists have long predicted that as …

Atmospheric river set to roll in, with threat of rain, snow, floods and mud, forecasters say
2 weeks ago

Atmospheric river set to roll in, with threat of rain, snow, floods and mud, forecasters say

LA Times  

A pedestrian stays dry Wednesday in Santa Ana. A storm is first expected to drench San Diego County on Monday night before an atmospheric river storm soaks the L.A. region midweek, posing a threat to burn scar areas. An atmospheric river is expected to arrive early Wednesday, bringing heavy precipitation along the coast of California through Thursday, with significant impacts …

Rain and small chance of weak tornadoes coming to Southern California beginning Wednesday
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Rain and small chance of weak tornadoes coming to Southern California beginning Wednesday

LA Times  

Rain is returning to Southern California this week. “There’s a one-two punch where we’ll have periods of light to moderate rain for most of the area on Wednesday and then Thursday will have more moderate rainfall,” said National Weather Service meteorologist Robbie Munroe. pic.twitter.com/MZhuouSSeL — NWS Los Angeles March 4, 2025 There will also be enough cold air and instability …

California storms trigger mudslides, floods, and power outages
1 month, 1 week ago

California storms trigger mudslides, floods, and power outages

India Today  

LOS ANGELES: Debris flows brought on by the strongest atmospheric river of the season swept a car off a southern California highway and into the ocean and left roads submerged in sludge. In neighboring Sierra Madre, the city issued evacuation orders for areas affected by the Eaton Fire, warning that fire, police and public works personnel would not enter areas …

Atmospheric river brings rain, flooding and new evacuations for fire victims
1 month, 1 week ago

Atmospheric river brings rain, flooding and new evacuations for fire victims

LA Times  

Absorbent barriers line Lake Avenue in Altadena on Feb. 13, 2025, as an atmospheric river passed over the Southland. “This is a life threatening situation,” the National Weather Service wrote in a flash flood warning for residents in and around the Eaton fire zone. Severe debris flows can also be anticipated across roads.” Debris and mudflow on Loma Alta Drive …

A second winter storm brings cold, rain and snow to millions
1 month, 1 week ago

A second winter storm brings cold, rain and snow to millions

NPR  

A second winter storm brings cold, rain and snow to millions toggle caption Nam Y. Huh/AP The most significant winter storm this year for California is making its way to fire-ravaged communities of Southern California, and threatens to bring potentially deadly, "raging torrents of rockslides and mudslides," according to National Weather Service forecasts. "The heavy rain may cause flooding in …

An atmospheric river is coming to California. It could bring risks of debris flows
1 month, 1 week ago

An atmospheric river is coming to California. It could bring risks of debris flows

NPR  

An atmospheric river is coming to California. It could bring risks of debris flows toggle caption David McNew/AFP via Getty Images A rain-filled storm called an atmospheric river is sweeping into California this week. The big swings make seeing the fingerprint of human-caused climate change on weather events like atmospheric rivers challenging, Shields says. Sponsor Message "There's very strong evidence …

Strongest storm in a year bearing down on Southern California: What you need to know
1 month, 1 week ago

Strongest storm in a year bearing down on Southern California: What you need to know

LA Times  

The strongest storm in a year is set to pound Southern California this week, with forecasters warning of potential widespread roadway flooding and the chance of landslides throughout the region — especially in areas recently charred in the devastating Los Angeles County firestorms. Heavy rain is expected in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties on Thursday, and in Los …

Major atmospheric river storm is barreling toward California: ‘Prepare for the worst’
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Major atmospheric river storm is barreling toward California: ‘Prepare for the worst’

LA Times  

A jogger and a dog are bundled up as they run in the rain in downtown Los Angeles on Wednesday. × Animated infographic shows a debris flow works For Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties, the storm could start as early as Tuesday night or as late as Thursday evening, Kittell said. “Prepare for the worst and hope for …

Atmospheric river storm set to hit SoCal Tuesday. What to know about the rain and the risks
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Atmospheric river storm set to hit SoCal Tuesday. What to know about the rain and the risks

LA Times  

A stronger atmospheric river is set to hit Northern California on Monday and then hit Los Angeles County on Tuesday, aiding hopes of a more definitive end to a devastating fire weather season for Southern California. A second storm is expected to hit L.A. County on Thursday into Friday, and that one “will have more impact, particularly for L.A. County, …

Worst of SoCal rain storm set to hit Sunday. Monday; What you need to know
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Worst of SoCal rain storm set to hit Sunday. Monday; What you need to know

LA Times  

The worst of the first significant rainstorm of the season for Southern California is expected to hit Sunday morning. So I think that’s really going to add up to significant rain and snow.” Forecast The mountains of Los Angeles and Ventura counties could get 2 to 3 inches of rain, while half an inch to 1 inch are possible elsewhere. …

Two rounds of rain expected to hit Southern California: What to know
4 months ago

Two rounds of rain expected to hit Southern California: What to know

LA Times  

A motorist drives through floodwater from Piner Creek past a car that stalled earlier due to the flooding in Santa Rosa. “This is its last gasp.” Rain moved into San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara and Ventura counties Saturday morning and was expected to reach Los Angeles County by midday. San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties could see up to …

Northern California gets record rain and heavy snow
4 months ago

Northern California gets record rain and heavy snow

Associated Press  

HEALDSBURG, Calif. — Heavy downpours fell over much of Northern California on Friday, causing small landslides, overflowing a river and flooding some streets, including in parts of San Francisco. The storm arrived in the Pacific Northwest earlier this week, killing two people and knocking out power to hundreds of thousands, mostly in the Seattle area, before moving through Northern California, …

California atmospheric river brings record rain, major mudslide risk
4 months ago

California atmospheric river brings record rain, major mudslide risk

LA Times  

An atmospheric river dumping rain across Northern California and several feet of snow in the Sierra was making its way across the state Friday, bringing flooding and threatening mudslides along with it. The region is expected to get another 1 to 2 inches of rain, with foothill areas in interior Northern California getting anywhere from 2 to 5 inches, he …

A new storm is lashing areas hit by a deadly bomb cyclone and boosting an already prolific atmospheric river
4 months ago

A new storm is lashing areas hit by a deadly bomb cyclone and boosting an already prolific atmospheric river

CNN  

CNN — A new storm impacting the Northwest could bring additional damage to the region following a historically strong bomb cyclone. It’s also adding another jolt of energy to an atmospheric river that’s already dumped nearly a foot and a half of rain on parts of California this week. Flooding forced road closures Thursday in Northern California’s Sonoma County, including …

California’s rainy season begins with a bomb cyclone bang. Are we in for a third record wet winter?
4 months ago

California’s rainy season begins with a bomb cyclone bang. Are we in for a third record wet winter?

LA Times  

Truckers hole up along the side of I-5 to let the storm pass before the highway is reopened in Weed, Calif. Supercharged by that dramatic bombogenesis and warm Pacific temperatures, which together pumped up the system’s winds and moisture, the storm could cause life-threatening flooding and damaging high surf north of the Bay Area, with prolonged, heavy rainfall, strong winds …

Northern California and Pacific Northwest brace for atmospheric river
4 months ago

Northern California and Pacific Northwest brace for atmospheric river

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The Weather Prediction Center issued excessive rainfall risks beginning …

A bomb cyclone and an atmospheric river will combine with dangerous effect on the West Coast
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4 months ago

A bomb cyclone and an atmospheric river will combine with dangerous effect on the West Coast

CNN  

CNN — A powerful “bomb cyclone” will combine with an atmospheric river to unleash over a month’s worth of rain, hurricane-force wind gusts and feet of mountain snow to parts of the Pacific Northwest and Northern California. A storm system off the Pacific Northwest is expected to rapidly intensify on Tuesday in a phenomenon called “bombogenesis” and earn it the …

California’s about to get its first big atmospheric river of the season. Here’s where it’s going
4 months ago

California’s about to get its first big atmospheric river of the season. Here’s where it’s going

LA Times  

Two people share an umbrella as they stand on Haight Street in San Francisco. Numerous flash floods, hazardous travel, power outages, and tree damage can be expected as the storm reaches max intensity on Wed. pic.twitter.com/iFrmuUZfj7 — NWS Weather Prediction Center November 18, 2024 “A powerful storm system will bring heavy mountain snowfall, rain and high winds to the Pacific …

‘Unseasonably cold’ storm driving another chilly, damp weekend for Southern California
10 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Unseasonably cold’ storm driving another chilly, damp weekend for Southern California

LA Times  

Another chilly and damp weekend is on tap for Southern California as a storm brings cooler temperatures, possible showers and some strong winds. The system is not expected to deliver any major blows, but it’s forecast to further drop temperatures and deepen the marine layer through at least Sunday, according to the National Weather Service. Most of the rain from …

Cold storm brings high winds, showers to California on Friday, but weekend to clear up
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Cold storm brings high winds, showers to California on Friday, but weekend to clear up

LA Times  

Visitors to the Hansen Dam bike path faced cold winds and clouds earlier this month. High winds continued to blast across Southern California on Friday, as a cold storm moved across the state, forecast to also bring some showers, thunderstorms and mountain snow — and the potential for power outages and hazardous air quality. But on Friday, the chance for …

‘Rivers in the sky’ have drenched California, yet even more extreme rains are possible
10 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Rivers in the sky’ have drenched California, yet even more extreme rains are possible

LA Times  

For years, scientists have said that atmospheric rivers can either make or break the water supplies of thirsty California cities and farms. The research provides the most historical context to date for the state’s rainfall variability, and found that the region “consistently registered extreme precipitation over a 3,200-year period.” Biola University students take turns using a rope from a footbridge …

Coldest storm of the year brings rain, thunder and snow to Southern California
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Coldest storm of the year brings rain, thunder and snow to Southern California

LA Times  

A runner jogs along the sand as waves roil the ocean along an empty beach in Santa Monica. There was a chance for snow at elevations as low as 2,000 feet in the Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Riverside and San Diego county mountains — the lowest freezing point seen this year, said Rich Thompson, a National Weather Service meteorologist in …

Easter plans in jeopardy? SoCal storm bringing rain, snow, possible mudslides
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Easter plans in jeopardy? SoCal storm bringing rain, snow, possible mudslides

LA Times  

A couple hold hands as they walk amid light rain at ShoreLine Aquatic Park in Long Beach on March 6. Another cold, wet storm brewing off the California coast is expected to bring more rain and snow across the Southland this weekend, with amounts falling that could spur minor flooding and mudslides. The low-pressure system is expected to first bring …

Ready for more rain in SoCal? Rare late-season storm to hit during Easter weekend
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Ready for more rain in SoCal? Rare late-season storm to hit during Easter weekend

LA Times  

Ian Romash, 7, jumps over a rain puddle as his sister, Mara Romash, 4, runs behind him at Santa Monica Pier on Saturday. A potentially significant storm could arrive in the region this weekend — a rare sight for this time of the year, according to the National Weather Service. The storm is expected to land in Los Angeles County …

A river rescue as hail pounds SoCal. Meanwhile, a significant late-season storm is brewing
1 year ago

A river rescue as hail pounds SoCal. Meanwhile, a significant late-season storm is brewing

LA Times  

At least one person was rescued from the Los Angeles River as a fast-moving storm rolled through Southern California on Sunday, delivering pounding hail, rain and thunder to the region. The rescue came not long after residents reported powerful bursts of rain and pea-sized hail in areas including Santa Monica, downtown L.A., Pasadena, Monrovia and Covina, according to the National …

‘Instability’ over Southern California driving chance for afternoon thunderstorms, showers
1 year ago

‘Instability’ over Southern California driving chance for afternoon thunderstorms, showers

LA Times  

Lightning flares from the clouds above the South Bay in 2021. An unsettled atmosphere over Southern California could drive isolated storms across the region Monday afternoon, with an increased chance for strong thunderstorms. If conditions allow, the thunderstorms could bring gusty winds, brief heavy showers, dry lightning and small hail Monday afternoon and evening over a large swath of southwest …

Recent storms pushed California’s yearly rainfall, snowpack even higher — and more could be coming
1 year ago

Recent storms pushed California’s yearly rainfall, snowpack even higher — and more could be coming

LA Times  

People cross the street amid wind and rain as they visit the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach on Wednesday. Downtown Los Angeles received 0.72 inches from Wednesday’s storm, bringing its total rainfall to 18.99 inches since Oct. 1 — the beginning of the water year. “We’re about 7.5 inches above average for this time of year,” said Kristan …

Rain, snow hit SoCal, with chance for flooding, landslides, hail and even a tornado
1 year ago

Rain, snow hit SoCal, with chance for flooding, landslides, hail and even a tornado

LA Times  

Southern Californians have been hit Wednesday with another round of rain and snow, with precipitation picking up later in the day, prompting concerns about possible flooding, landslides and even a tornado. Wednesday afternoon weather officials upgraded much of central and southwest Los Angeles County, and Ventura, Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties to a flood advisory, warning of minor …

Another wet weekend as new storm hits Southern California. How long will it rain?
1 year ago

Another wet weekend as new storm hits Southern California. How long will it rain?

LA Times  

Float fisherman Johnathan O. Skinner casts his line near one of the submerged docks at Launch Pointe on Lake Elsinore. Another winter storm hit Southern California this weekend, but it is expected to be milder than previous rain events. The cold storm was forecast to bring “steady light to locally moderate rain and mountain snow to the area,” the weather …

Another storm is coming to Southern California early next week. How big will it be?
1 year, 1 month ago

Another storm is coming to Southern California early next week. How big will it be?

LA Times  

Sam Hale of Garden Grove looks for driftwood he can use in landscaping projects Wednesday in a debris field left by the rain-swollen Santa Ana River in Huntington Beach. Southern Californians can brace for another round of wet weather, with a storm expected to hit the region early next week to cap off a month of historically wet weather. “This …

California’s rainy season is here. What does it mean for water supply?
1 year, 1 month ago

California’s rainy season is here. What does it mean for water supply?

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — After a dry start to winter, California’s rainy season is finally well under way. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print WHAT ABOUT SNOW? A man shovels snow off his car in the Cleveland National Forest, on Feb. 7, 2024, in eastern San …

The rain’s not over — a new storm is brewing for SoCal next week. How much rain could we get?
1 year, 1 month ago

The rain’s not over — a new storm is brewing for SoCal next week. How much rain could we get?

LA Times  

A member of the track team practices the hurdles in the pouring rain Tuesday at Riverside City College. California As rain pelts soggy Southern California, residents are urged to stay vigilant for mudslides Authorities, fearing the effect of additional rain on hillsides and creek beds already saturated by a massive storm earlier this month, issued flash flood warnings for a …

How California’s storms are projected to become more extreme with climate change
1 year, 1 month ago

How California’s storms are projected to become more extreme with climate change

LA Times  

Scientists have long known that as the atmosphere gets warmer, the air is able to hold more moisture. “In general, this allows the most intense downpours to get more intense, because there can be a greater amount of water vapor in the air,” UCLA atmospheric scientist Karen McKinnon said. Explore the section As the climate warms, the atmospheric rivers that …

California storms kill three people as 38 MILLION remain under flood alerts and Beverly Hills roads turn to rivers of mud
1 year, 1 month ago

California storms kill three people as 38 MILLION remain under flood alerts and Beverly Hills roads turn to rivers of mud

Daily Mail  

Multi-million-dollar homes of Tinsel Town's elite have been trashed by flooding The National Weather Service forecasts the storm could bring up to an additional six inches of rain into Tuesday The Pineapple Express weather system has killed three Californians and 38 million people remain under flood alerts At least three people have died in the historic flooding battering California, as …

An atmospheric river has been pounding California. When will the rain end?
1 year, 1 month ago

An atmospheric river has been pounding California. When will the rain end?

NPR  

An atmospheric river has been pounding California. MARTIN: NPR's Nathan Rott has been covering this storm from Ventura, on the California coast between LA and Santa Barbara, and he is with us now. ROTT: So LA Mayor Karen Bass and city officials said that more than 120 debris flows have been reported as of last night just in the city …

Why California Isn’t Built To Handle This Kind Of Storm
1 year, 1 month ago

Why California Isn’t Built To Handle This Kind Of Storm

Huff Post  

A person walks in the rain as a powerful long-duration atmospheric river storm, the second in less than a week, impacts California on Sunday in Santa Barbara, California. Mario Tama via Getty Images A rare weather event that brought catastrophic flooding and wind gusts exceeding 100 miles per hour to California has already incapacitated much of the state — including …

Photos: Powerful atmospheric river storm pummels California
1 year, 1 month ago

Photos: Powerful atmospheric river storm pummels California

LA Times  

Chilling rain, swirling gray clouds and blustery winds rolled into Southern California on Sunday as what was anticipated as the strongest storm of the season promised near-record rainfall and flash flooding through Tuesday. Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency in eight Southern California counties: Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara and Ventura. …

Deadly storm continues to batter Southern California amid new flood, mudslide fears
1 year, 1 month ago

Deadly storm continues to batter Southern California amid new flood, mudslide fears

LA Times  

Firefighters rescue a woman from a homeless encampment that became surrounded by floodwater in the Santa Ana River in San Bernardino. The National Weather Service said that showers will continue into the evening and that “rainfall rates would likely produce more flooding and the flood watch will continue into this afternoon.” Three people died Sunday in Northern California in separate …

Second powerful storm in days blows into California, sparking warnings of hurricane-force winds
1 year, 1 month ago

Second powerful storm in days blows into California, sparking warnings of hurricane-force winds

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy California braced Sunday for the …

‘Catastrophic, life-threatening’ flooding expected in Orange County, Inland Empire
1 year, 1 month ago

‘Catastrophic, life-threatening’ flooding expected in Orange County, Inland Empire

LA Times  

The forecast for California’s monster storm just got worse for Orange County, the Inland Empire and mountain communities. Orange County, Inland Empire The National Weather Service now warns of “locally catastrophic and life-threatening flooding” for those areas, stating that “the system will stall, bringing heavy rain through Monday afternoon.” Officials warned that the rainfall in Orange County and western Inland …

California Hit With Heavy Rain, Floods From Back-To-Back 'Pineapple Express' Storms
1 year, 1 month ago

California Hit With Heavy Rain, Floods From Back-To-Back 'Pineapple Express' Storms

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING LOS ANGELES — Heavy rain flooded California roadways and much-needed snow piled up in the mountains as the first of back-to-back atmospheric rivers pummeled the state Thursday. An atmospheric river, which is a long band of moisture that forms over the Pacific, was fueling the storms dousing the Los Angeles and San Diego areas, said National Weather …

Atmospheric river inundates roads, forces water rescues across SoCal. The next storm looks worse
1 year, 1 month ago

Atmospheric river inundates roads, forces water rescues across SoCal. The next storm looks worse

LA Times  

A car is submerged in the 2300 block of West Willow Street in Long Beach on Thursday morning. Heavy rain from a major atmospheric river storm moved across Southern California on Thursday, causing significant flooding and road closures — as well as several water rescues. That storm started battering the Southland on Thursday morning, with heavy downpours causing widespread flooding …

First of back-to-back atmospheric rivers pushes into California. Officials urge storm preparations
1 year, 1 month ago

First of back-to-back atmospheric rivers pushes into California. Officials urge storm preparations

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — The first of two back-to-back atmospheric rivers slowly pushed into California on Wednesday, triggering statewide storm preparations and calls for people to get ready for potential flooding, heavy snow and damaging winds. The first of two back-to-back atmospheric rivers slowly pushed into California on Wednesday, triggering statewide storm preparations and calls for people to get ready for …

First of back-to-back atmospheric rivers pushes into California. Officials urge storm preparations
1 year, 1 month ago

First of back-to-back atmospheric rivers pushes into California. Officials urge storm preparations

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The first of two back-to-back …

California isn’t prepared for turbocharged storms like the ones we’re getting this week
1 year, 1 month ago

California isn’t prepared for turbocharged storms like the ones we’re getting this week

LA Times  

As a series of major winter storms sweep over the West Coast this week, anxious Californians are looking back at the flash floods and the “thousand-year” deluge that shocked San Diego a week ago, and Oxnard a few weeks earlier, wondering what’s in store. Starting Tuesday night, and then again on Sunday, two “atmospheric river” systems will bring high winds …

California braces for inundation as atmospheric rivers barrel in from Pacific Ocean
1 year, 1 month ago

California braces for inundation as atmospheric rivers barrel in from Pacific Ocean

LA Times  

Still reeling from last year’s onslaught of winter wind and rain, communities along the California coast are bracing for a one-two punch of hefty storms that began to move onshore Wednesday and could bring turbulent weather across the state through at least early next week. “With more storms on the horizon, we’ll continue to mobilize every available resource to protect …

Slow-moving Pacific storm threatens to bring California flooding and mudslides
1 year, 3 months ago

Slow-moving Pacific storm threatens to bring California flooding and mudslides

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Heavy rains drenched parts of California on Wednesday, bringing the threat of flooding and mudslides as millions of people geared up for holiday travel, the National Weather Service said. “I guess buying presents for the holidays is just that important.” At Whiskey & Leather in Montecito, near coastal Santa Barbara northwest of Los Angeles, manager Karina Cota …

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