The term “atmospheric river” was coined in 1994 and has since quickly gained popularity. But what does it really mean?
A pineapple express is a type of strong atmospheric river that carries moisture towards the western U.S. causing the risk of flooding and heavy snow.
The storm brought heavy rain and high-elevation snowfall to Northern California over the weekend, and a similar one is ...
An atmospheric river brought heavy rain and flooding to California. Residents in San Francisco have been experiencing continuous rainfall, leading to flash floods. Footage captured by Adam Taggart ...
SO THIS IS OUR ATMOSPHERIC RIVER. REMEMBER, THAT’S JUST MOISTURE HIGH UP IN THE ATMOSPHERE. THAT DOESN’T MAKE RAIN ON ITS OWN. YOU NEED STORM SYSTEMS TO COME THROUGH AND CARRY THAT MOISTURE ...
The KCRA 3 weather team is issuing Impact Days through Tuesday because back-to-back storm systems will bring waves of rain and snow that can affect outdoor activities and travel.