According to the latest forecast, the weather reports said the relentless heavy rain and mountain snow could continue until next week in California.
The rounds of heavy rain in California and the West Coast helped drought-stricken areas and reservoirs.
The heavy atmospheric river and bomb cyclone brought flooding rainfall and damaging winds to the West Coast and California, resulting in forced evacuations and travel disruptions.
January 04, 2023 in South San Francisco, California.
The first week in California suffered from the threat of a bomb cyclone, causing concerns over flooding, mudslides, and flash floods.
This second week, the weather report expected that the moisture-packed storm would continue next week.
According to AccuWeather, persistent rain could occur in California next week.
Meanwhile, the National Weather Prediction Center said that the atmospheric river would result in damaging winds, heavy rain, and mountain snow next week.
The advisory also warned that the severe weather conditions could cause river flooding, road closures, and significant travel disruptions.
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In addition, residents in affected areas in California should stay updated for potential power outages due to the weather.
Meanwhile, the Key Message on Atmospheric River showed that a strong atmospheric river is expected to unload on Monday.
According to the advisory, heavy rain and damaging winds up to 60 MPH could be the primary concerns n Western Nevada and California until Tuesday.
The forecast warned residents of scattered power outages and heavy snow.
Furthermore, the Key Message explained the importance of emergency preparedness during a storm.
The forecast suggested that residents should be aware of the evacuation centers and emergency kits.
On the other hand, mountain hikers should consider rescheduling to the mountain due to hazards.
The heavy mountain and blowing snow on mountains would be extremely dangerous, especially in northern and central California portions.
The parade of atmospheric rivers could be life-threatening due to heavy rain and mountain snow.
In addition, wet road conditions and reduced visibility could bring motorists into dangerous situations.
Meanwhile, residents should observe for potential flash floods and mudslides.
Recently, CNN reported a strong bomb cyclone and relentless rain in California.
According to the report, moderate to heavy rain would begin on Monday.
The forecast warned of continued mountain snow dangers and flooding.
Before becoming a bomb cyclone, the forecast warned that the moisture-packed storm in California and West Coast could be challenging.
Drought conditions
Although the storm in California raised concerns, it helped reservoirs and drought-stricken communities.
In addition, the rounds of rain offered relief from prolonged drought in the region.
According to AccuWeather and the U.S. Drought Monitor, continuous rain and heavy snow helped improve California's drought conditions.
The report explained that the drought there was no longer exceptional due to relentless rainfall.
Weather preparedness
Weather forecasts warned that the atmospheric rivers unloading heavy rain and damaging winds would continue next week (starting Monday, January 9).
Concerns of flooding and mudslides could put communities at risk.
Residents and motorists in the affected areas must keep updated with the weather conditions and potential evacuations.
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