#winter-storms
#winter-storms

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

Two major winter storms are expected to hit the West Coast this week, bringing heavy rain, high winds, and a risk of flooding.

California is not adequately prepared to handle extreme weather events, especially those caused by climate change. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Big Bear resort records snowiest February in decades thanks to persistent storms

Southern California local mountains see record snowfall in February.

The storms have brought significant snowfall and precipitation to the area. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

Southwest winter storm moves into New Mexico; up to foot of snow possible in northeast mountains

Winter storms move from Southern California to New Mexico

Stretch of US highway closed and up to a foot of snow expected in some mountain areas [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

4 months ago

What causes an avalanche? How common are they? What to know after Palisades Tahoe death

Avalanches have been occurring in the Tahoe region in recent days

An avalanche is caused by increased snow sliding down a slope [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

4 months ago

California's biggest winter storm so far is on its way after a slow start for Sierra snow

Two storms are expected to bring significant snowfall to the Sierra Nevada mountains in California this week.

The storms will help improve the snowpack in the area, which has been relatively low so far this winter season. [ more ]

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Sacramento Bee

1 month ago

Storms sweep the US from coast to coast causing frigid temps, power outages and traffic accidents

Heavy rain, hail, snow, and wind caused chaos in various parts of the U.S.

Significant winter storm warnings were issued for central regions of the country. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

New snow survey results show improvement for the Sierra Nevada snowpack. What's next?

Sierra Nevada snowpack showed improvement from last year's conditions.

The snow water equivalent measured was 18 inches, 77% of normal. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

Saturated California gets more rain and snow, but so far escapes severe damage it saw only weeks ago

California faces flooding threat from winter storms causing rainfall and strong winds, with potential for mudslides and flash flooding.

The region is saturated with rain, causing evacuations, road closures, and flight disruptions due to flooding and mudslide risks. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

Memphis residents are on day 4 of a boil water notice while ice hits Arkansas and Missouri

Memphis is under a boil water notice due to broken pipes and low pressure in the water system.

Repair crews are working to fix the issues and expect most customers to have water service restored by Tuesday. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

Much of US still gripped by Arctic weather as Memphis deals with numerous broken water pipes

Subfreezing conditions reach as far south as Texas and Florida.

Residents in Memphis, Tennessee are without running water due to broken pipes. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

4 months ago

The avalanche risk is high in much of the western US. Here's what you need to know to stay safe

Winter storms in the western U.S. have brought high avalanche risks, resulting in fatalities and rescues.

Avalanches occur when there is a slope of 30 degrees or more and layers of snow, which can shear off and slide down due to extra pressure. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

Los Angeles

Landslide destroys Los Angeles home and threatens at least two others

Landslide in Sherman Oaks destroys home and imperils others.

Winter storms in Southern California cause numerous landslides. [ more ]

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East Bay (California)

One year after brutal storms in California mountains, what has been learned?

Importance of adequate emergency response equipment

Challenges faced during the 2023 winter storms [ more ]

The Atlantic