A series of atmospheric rivers, including a 'Pineapple Express,' are expected to hit California, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and potential flooding. The storms, originating from the Pacific Ocean and Hawaii, are forecast to cause excessive rainfall, mountain snow, and potential flood issues across the state. Flood watches and warnings have been issued, with the Bay Area and Central Coast particularly at risk. The storms are expected to continue over the next 7-10 days, with the potential for significant rainfall and disruptions to travel. The National Weather Service has issued weather alerts and urged residents to prepare for storm conditions.
The first of two back-to-back atmospheric rivers is drenching Northern California. https://t.co/dDmZvuVARY
California officials are urging residents to prepare for storm conditions as the first of two atmospheric rivers is set to soak the state https://t.co/YNt5Ae9qPR https://t.co/HcVfYMDzKS
📡Don't put away the umbrellas yet. Still tracking showers moving through the Bay Area this morning. Some of these showers will produce brief heavy rain. Showers and thunderstorms will be possible through the afternoon. #cawx https://t.co/ILvnoizSlt
The West Coast #AtmosphericRiver has shifted south toward southern California. Following recent flooding in San Diego County, this is not welcome precipitation. Flood watches and advisories are in effect, along with voluntary evacuation warnings and some road closures. #CAwx https://t.co/Q50TIBjm6X
LIVE VIDEO: @KariHallWeather and @BobNBC are live at 6 a.m. with the latest on flooding concerns in parts of the North Bay and East Bay even as the rain begins to taper off. https://t.co/NpzaRcyyU3 https://t.co/DKEWo1HBKh
A powerful atmospheric river affecting the West Coast was captured in this enhanced-color Air Mass imagery by @NOAA's #GOESWest 🛰️ yesterday. #Flood Watches and Warnings as well as #WinterStorm Warnings and #Wind Advisories are in effect in parts of California today. Latest:… https://t.co/JhBMOxmnrr
The slug of heavy rain from a Pineapple Express has reached Southern California, where it is set to bring many impacts, including flash flooding, damaging winds, power outages and possible landslides. #cawx FOX Weather's @BrittaMerwinWX and @CraigHerreraTV have the latest. https://t.co/jhJYDUcKCg
SHOWERS/THUNDERSTORMS TODAY LiveDoppler7 showing scattered showers & downpours crossing the Bay Area this morning. We have the possibility of thunderstorms which could bring lightning, hail. If you hear thunder, move indoors until the storm passes. Showers in the forecast all day https://t.co/APEcLGZjfn
LIVE VIDEO: Flooding, downed trees and road closures in the wake of heavy rains across the Bay Area. @gingerconejero is live at 5:32 with the details. https://t.co/4H0ZhqYDNe https://t.co/0J3x8QLhjB
Good morning. Keep your umbrella today with scattered rain and thunderstorm chances. Latest on what's next with a weekend storm on Today in the Bay. https://t.co/4R2Mkk9iSU https://t.co/s5VOHgEro7
Weather alert: A flood warning is in effect for parts of Marin and Sonoma counties through 7 a.m., according to the National Weather Service, and a flood watch remains in effect for much of the Bay Area through tonight. https://t.co/wxHLy311GZ
Flooding Caused By Excessive Rainfall Is Expected. Portion Portion Of Northern California, Including The Following Counties, Marin Napa and Sonoma.. #CAwx https://t.co/p8kezRnpi2
An atmospheric river is set to soak the West Coast this week, according to the National Weather Service. https://t.co/7sHdabUfFy https://t.co/Ru3tvgwYuF
Why do we call #AtmosphericRiver events the "Pineapple Express?" Look where the moisture plume is coming from – #Hawaii!🍍 That deep tropical humidity travels 2,500 miles and impacts the West Coast and #California. Hence the heavy rain and mountain snow! https://t.co/f2CVWYXRzq
8pm(ish) Wednesday radar update: Moderate to heavy rain continues to fall across the Bay Area. Numerous reports of flooding and debris flows/rock slides in the past 90 minutes, and we're still a few hours away from the heaviest rain moving out. #CAwx https://t.co/EgmLdH2bEw
Full evolution of the Pineapple Express moving into California and the associated massive mid-latitude cyclone spinning off the West Coast. Weather is awesome. https://t.co/wTRqeSJmpV
Two storm systems will bring significant rain, mountain snow and strong winds to SW CA, Wed-Thu and Sun-Tue. Significant flood impacts possible, esp with storm #2. Heavy mountain snow likely. #CAwx https://t.co/xK08un0xWg
Here's a look at the atmospheric river rolling across the Bay Area. Track storm updates here: https://t.co/sEP1c4GKAp https://t.co/OT743TR5kM
#LIVE The atmospheric river is dumping rain on parts of the Bay Area right now. Track it where you live with Live Doppler 7: https://t.co/QOtNCM0yb4 https://t.co/fLYFsaL0sG
Amazing satellite photos show two 'Pineapple Express' atmospheric rivers barreling towards California that'll drench storm-plagued Golden State with even more rain https://t.co/NKSYiMr2n5 https://t.co/J4iGfVrqhQ
First of back-to-back atmospheric rivers pushes into California. Officials urge storm preparations https://t.co/DNyNxtFBPB
Just a small sample of the weather hitting the North Bay today. Flood and surf warnings. We’re live at 5 and six on @nbcbayarea https://t.co/cOkvRoIUpp
When will it rain in Southern California? Two storms are headed for the region and are expected to bring heavy rain and snow. Here's the weather timeline: https://t.co/8fuit43wjW https://t.co/4fJ20rRf0f
A major atmospheric river will dump flooding rains in southwest Oregon and much of California. In the Sierra Nevada, feet of snow will fall. Strong winds will buffet the coastline too, and some thunderstorms are even possible. Meteorologist @MatthewCappucci has the forecast. https://t.co/HomOg0b0h6
1:15pm Wednesday radar update: The “main event” has arrived. Moderate to heavy rain moving in, with more lurking offshore. Gusty winds over 35mph possible as well, especially at higher elevations. Be careful on the roads, and be prepared for power outages! #CAwx https://t.co/mHslVNmoLj
An atmospheric river event is underway over the West Coast. Heavy rain is expected to travel south along the Golden Coast and focus over S. California, S. Nevada and W. Arizona. Scattered areas of flash flooding may arise. https://t.co/quxLnEDFPz
STORM WATCH: Heavy rain and strong winds are hitting the Bay Area this afternoon as a Level 3 storm moves into the area. Watch live ABC7 extended weather coverage here: https://t.co/3nF1HhYgaY https://t.co/rzCPAbVKOR
Get out those umbrellas, Bay Area! ☔ An atmospheric river is bringing a Level 3 storm to the area today, with heavy rain, strong winds and flooding. ABC7 News Meteorologist @DrewTumaABC7 has a timeline of what you can expect. https://t.co/Oa6QI2CFUR https://t.co/IQHAZ7lP9A
A series of atmospheric rivers will bring heavy rain to California over the next few days. When these streams of water vapor occur back-to-back, as they did in early 2023, damages can skyrocket to 3-4x more than predicted. 🌧️ #CAwx https://t.co/ROPXQQmiUZ
An “atmospheric river,” or fire hose of robust moisture originating near Hawaii, is aiming at Oregon and California, bringing the potential for flooding, mudslides, strong winds and disruptions to travel. https://t.co/0nSnHwMjvE
Here we go! Winds & rain hitting the #BayArea this AM! Intensity picks up this PM! Stay dry & safe all! #stormwatch #SanFrancisco #CAwx #AtmosphericRiver https://t.co/TmPAySXhVR
Heavy rain is falling in parts of the Bay Area at this hour. Use our interactive radar to track the storm: https://t.co/C1LarrY6Bs https://t.co/nDK0sF3Ark
A powerful storm over the northeastern Pacific Ocean is directing a firehose known as an atmospheric river, at the West Coast. Atmospheric rivers are highways of concentrated water vapor in the middle atmosphere, up to 20,000 feet above the surface. https://t.co/bupVE5FnuG
Two atmospheric rivers will be hitting the West Coast in upcoming days. Combined, they will yield up to a foot of rainfall in spots, bringing the potential for flooding, mudslides, strong winds and disruptions to travel. The first one is about to hit⤵️ https://t.co/DvKctVH8Vy
A powerful storm is approaching the Bay Area. Follow our blog for the latest updates on road closures, power outages and flooding. https://t.co/IyaFsBA1xc
Bay Area storm to bring extreme downpours, damaging winds. When to expect worst impacts https://t.co/sDOGAr5ufu via @sfchronicle
The first of two atmospheric rived-fueled storms began moving into the Bay Area Wednesday morning, expected to bring widespread flooding, downed trees, and possible power outages by the afternoon and evening. https://t.co/XpyIW9VTIi
California is expecting more atmospheric rivers this week. We cannot let water from another wet year go to waste, and we cannot let the lessons learned from last year’s storms be in vain. The time to prepare for dry years is now. https://t.co/xdPBQPDB34
Strong Wednesday weather system puts Bay Area on alert for strong winds, flooding concerns https://t.co/t0DKmVxmRl
Rain, heavy at times, will come this afternoon and intensify in the evening with a Flood Watch for the entire Bay Area and strong and damaging winds. Meteorologist @DrewTumaABC7 has your latest forecast here: https://t.co/hpf5XmCQqF https://t.co/lKp0acnb3d
LIVE VIDEO: Residents in the North Bay are bracing for the incoming storm and all the rain and wind it will bring. @KariHallWeather and @gingerconejero are live at 6:30 with the latest. https://t.co/iAJd5vYjBf https://t.co/uBsvj5Yig3
A powerful storm spinning off the West Coast is pulling in an impactful "Pineapple Express" atmospheric river with the worst of the storm's impacts still to come. FOX Weather's @BrittaMerwinWX, @JaneMinarWX and @CraigHerreraTV have more. #CAwx https://t.co/T0OPRVrRfA
LIVE VIDEO: @KariHallWeather, @MikeyNoWay and @BobNBC are live at 6 a.m. with the latest on a storm system packing heavy rain and strong winds heading into the Bay Area. https://t.co/ekw6aBHcYe https://t.co/GRW01pJJK8
Rain, wind, possible flooding and high surf are headed our way. Hope you’ll join us this Wednesday morning https://t.co/N8kmBcHxBc @nbcbayarea #TodayInTheBay https://t.co/VI5MXw2TzY
STORMY AFTERNOON/EVENING Everything still on track for heavy rain and strong winds later today. Flood Watches are up for the entire Bay Area. Wind Advisories and High Wind Warnings also in effect. Worst of the storm hits us between 3p - 9p today. https://t.co/zzZMZixekp
The powerful winter storm spinning off the West Coast will drench California with heavy rain fall over the next 36-48 hours from north to south w/atmospheric river. 🌧️ Heavy snow in the Sierra upwards of 4-6 feet. ❄️ https://t.co/f298JuVJuN
.@NOAA's #GOESWest 🛰️ is continuing to monitor a large storm system over the West Coast this morning that is bringing the threat of heavy rainfall and flooding from the southern coast of Oregon to central California. Heavy mountain snow is also expected. Latest watches and… https://t.co/9tgiVXLgZc
Here's a quick video briefing on today's weather system and the expected wind and rain impacts. Stay safe everyone! #cawx https://t.co/ryoTtHmEvM
"Pineapple Express." "Atmospheric River." Whatever you call it, that's a big storm headed to the West Coast. Any player in our forecast wouldn't be until early next week. https://t.co/XT2ZTUgjEx
LIVE VIDEO: A storm system packing heavy rain and strong winds is slated to hit the Bay Area starting Wednesday. @KariHallWeather, @MikeyNoWay and @BobNBC are live at 5 a.m. with the details. https://t.co/UTrkubSE9Y https://t.co/oIeytaojjs
‘Pineapple Express’ set to douse Southern California with rain and mountain snow https://t.co/pLDkQPymKT
Good morning! Bring your umbrella and watch out for the afternoon commute as our atmospheric river hits with heavy Bay Area rain. Tracking the totals and timing on "Today in the Bay." https://t.co/Jd007rFz2s https://t.co/M69Gffto7S
The "pineapple express" is a real weather term, describing a plume of moisture extending from Hawaii to the West Coast. This system will try to bring us wet/wintry weather next Monday. https://t.co/S8pdcUFjyz
California braces for back-to-back atmospheric river storms https://t.co/1zphVoyzVA https://t.co/4BCVZL69Pi
A "Pineapple Express" atmospheric river will hit California tomorrow, the first of two Pineapple Expresses expected to slam into the state over the next week, bringing heavy rain, mountain snow, high winds, and flooding issues. However, have you ever wondered what a Pineapple… https://t.co/f5OgNWEyIW
An Atmospheric River is headed toward California tomorrow 🚨 https://t.co/U62Eav8Zj3
Strong atmospheric rivers set to soak California https://t.co/lCXyVZdRiv
The West Coast is bracing for heavy precipitation as this massive Pacific storm system ushers deep #AtmosphericRiver moisture onshore over the next few days. Heavy coastal rains and mountain snow will impact millions from southern Oregon to southern California. #ORwx #CAwx https://t.co/Bgy80HvI0V
Not one, but two atmospheric rivers — narrow plumes of robust tropical moisture — will deluge the West Coast over the next seven days, bringing a slew of hazardous impacts and disrupting travel. https://t.co/M4KCsJapPe
This #atmosphericriver will bring flooding & wind damage starting tomorrow so get ready now! #CAwx #StormWatch #SanFrancisco #BayArea https://t.co/7IOlLMbOss
Forecasters have warned California residents that unsettled weather between Tuesday and Thursday is likely to bring flooding rains, strong winds and mountain snow as another atmospheric river moves down the West Coast. Here’s what to know. https://t.co/8UVPRs5vks
The North Bay can expect heavy rains, strong winds and possible flooding as the main front of a storm moves through the Bay Area on Wednesday. https://t.co/28wbELxhcg
🌧️ An atmospheric river is about to soak the West Coast, bringing heavy rain, the chance of landslides, mountain snow and strong, gusty winds. Meteorologist @MatthewCappucci has an update. https://t.co/DIECzqTR5b
Not one, but two atmospheric rivers — narrow plumes of robust tropical moisture — will deluge the West Coast over the next seven days, bringing a slew of hazardous impacts and disrupting travel. By @MatthewCappucci: https://t.co/ivNlKu7s40
Bay Area residents were anticipating flooding and damaging winds from one of the strongest storms of the winter expected to hit the region beginning on Wednesday. https://t.co/Ywokk8LIxU
Pineapple Express storm is headed to California where some coastal regions can see more than eight inches of rain while Los Angeles and San Diego brace for flooding https://t.co/JuEKeLlFkY https://t.co/1I4EuNkM4b
A one-two punch of strong atmospheric rivers threatens to dump heavy rain and snow in California during the next 10 days, with flooding likely. The first atmospheric river moving into California has ties all the way to Hawaii. https://t.co/ReDCq8pPq4
Two strong atmospheric rivers threaten to soak California, with one today through Thursday and the second -- possibly more impactful one, Sunday-Mon. Zoom in: https://t.co/020GCFIOG5
As @NOAA's #GOESWest 🛰️ monitors water vapor this morning, we can see a plume of moisture (green/white), moving over the Pacific Northwest. There is also another, more robust plume approaching that will impact the West Coast tomorrow. Latest updates and alerts:… https://t.co/sNEQjIhBDD
As @NOAA's #GOESWest 🛰️ monitors water vapor this morning, we can see a plume of moisture, or atmospheric river (green/white), moving over the Pacific Northwest. There is also another, more robust plume approaching that will impact the West Coast tomorrow. Latest updates and… https://t.co/6hYIlNKwkD
An atmospheric river will blast the Golden State starting tomorrow. The moisture from this atmospheric river will originate near Hawaii, which means it will be a true "Pineapple Express." #cawx FOX Weather meteorologists @BrittaMerwinWX and @MichaelEstimeWX have more. https://t.co/3BQQzERHoY
STORMY WEDNESDAY EVENING Heavy rain will cause flooding along with shallow landslides. Flood Watch in effect for the entire Bay Area. Strong, damaging winds will also be an issue. Gusts up to 45mph possible; gusts up to 60mph likely in the SC Mtns. Get your storm preps in today. https://t.co/tCnhJyaJ61
Impacts from wind and rain appear likely on Wednesday into early Thursday. Wind Headlines and a Flood Watch are in effect. Keep up with forecast changes and stay safe! #cawx https://t.co/LGnA5czhL7
In @nytimes: A ‘Substantial’ Atmospheric River Will Soak the West Coast This Week. https://t.co/xLfOkzZT7N #scicomm
A flood watch has been issued for the entire Bay Area, as unseasonably warm conditions make way for a strong storm that is expected to dump heavy amounts of rain starting midweek. https://t.co/B3OsvUeQeZ
Sunny skies and warm temperatures will give way to wind and heavy rain this week as an atmospheric river makes its way to Northern and Central California from the tropical Pacific Ocean. https://t.co/7pG7I17r9w
Flood Watch and Wind Advisory in effect for the Bay Area Wednesday and Wednesday night. Waves of heavy rain and gusty winds will move in beginning around midday Wednesday, continuing into the evening and overnight. Be prepared for localized flooding and power outages! #CAwx https://t.co/44rUzDk6lb
Pineapple Express headed for California with flooding, wind, snow expected this week. https://t.co/g3mh1fTbWo Click the image to read more:
An atmospheric river, or fire hose of moisture aimed toward the coastline, will batter parts of the West Coast, including California, this week, bringing flooding rain in the lowlands, strong winds and six or more feet of mountain snow. https://t.co/PTrxfigRdb
Atmospheric River Likely to Impact the West with Heavy Precipitation, High Winds, and Possible Flooding https://t.co/UMw8lZcKJV https://t.co/hWDfQ081aB
A flood watch is in effect for the Bay Area and Central Coast from 4AM Wednesday to 4AM Friday. Stay up to date with the latest forecast information. #CAwx https://t.co/g8B14tjpOQ
A Flood Watch has been issued for the entire Bay Area Wednesday into Thursday. Heavy rain will fall on saturated soil leading to excessive runoff on roads, streams and creeks and may also cause shallow landslides. Flooding will likely occur in poor drainage areas too.
Forecasters at the National Weather Service warn an ongoing atmospheric river could bring destructive winds, rainfall and flooding across California from Wednesday morning through Friday. https://t.co/c0qPkFw5lf
California will be impacted by two significant atmospheric rivers over the next 7-10 days, bringing widespread heavy rain and mountain snow, with potential flood issues. The first storm will move through the state Wed-Thurs, bringing widespread rain totals of 2-5 inches across… https://t.co/zpjs4dT9w2
An atmospheric river will slam California this week with torrential rain, flooding, and a boost in snow for the mountains. What to expect: https://t.co/x6e0iAsIM8 https://t.co/IOmVf00wFW
California Braces For Atmospheric River: Dangerous Storms Tartet San Francisco, Los Angeles, Forecasters Say https://t.co/gxA7TptIbk https://t.co/MaQWcZwCS2
A significant atmospheric river is about to lash California with 3-6 inches of rain in the Coastal Range and Sierra, strong winds at the coastline and the risk of widespread shallow landslides. Some thunderstorms with hail/funnels are possible Thursday: https://t.co/qUUPhBE3mr
An atmospheric river, or fire hose of moisture aimed toward the coastline, will batter parts of the West Coast, including California, this week. It will bring flooding rain in lowlands, strong winds and 6+ feet of mountain snow. By @MatthewCappucci⤵️ https://t.co/GeY0BaGhiA
STORM WATCH: The Bay Area is going to see another day of record warm temperatures, but an #atmosphericriver is set to bring flooding and heavy rain midweek. Meteorologist @DrewTumaABC7 has a timeline here: https://t.co/Mr9Xe8Bbds https://t.co/DYWTHuQoBp
Another atmospheric river will arrive in the U.S. on Tuesday, bringing excessive rain and mountain snow down the entire West Coast as it drifts south through Thursday. https://t.co/Ar7b1h7m0T
Good morning. We're still looking for a storm system to bring rain and wind impacts to the area late Tuesday night into early Thursday morning. Flooding and downed trees are possible so keep up with forecast changes from a reliable weather source! #cawx https://t.co/cLdjUIl0Gr
A Pineapple Express is headed for California this week as some coastal ranges could see up to 8 inches of rain before the end of the week. FOX Weather meteorologists @BrittaMerwinWX and @MichaelEstimeWX have the latest. #cawx https://t.co/aj6YJidvRk
A fast-moving atmospheric river coming off the Pacific Ocean will drench northern and central California on Wednesday and then head for the the southern half of the state https://t.co/LxOYpynH4v
Weather alert issued as "Pineapple Express" hurtles towards US West Coast https://t.co/BRottTb75D
Two more atmospheric rivers take aim at California, Northwest bringing flood threat. https://t.co/5AwmRVWQhH Click the image to read more: