Major California storm brings heavy rain, snow, evacuations
Summary
A major winter storm brought heavy rain, snow, and wind across California, causing flood risks, travel delays, and evacuations in wildfire burn areas ahead of Christmas.
Key Points
- A strong atmospheric river known as the Pineapple Express is bringing heavy rain, snow, and wind to California through Friday.
- Flood watches and evacuation orders were issued especially in recently burned areas susceptible to mudslides.
- Southern California may receive up to 12 inches of rain, and Sierra Nevada could see up to five feet of snow before the storm ends.
- The storm brings risks of flooding, mudslides, downed trees, and power line damage threatening lives and property.
