What's the difference between a Pineapple Express and an atmospheric river? We explain.
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.
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See what's behind Pineapple Express as it drenches California and Northwest
What is a Pineapple Express? It's a type of atmospheric river that forms a long, narrow tract in the Earth’s atmosphere. This jet stream gathers moisture from the tropics near the equator and ...
'Pineapple Express' storm takes aim at Northern California | Here's what that means
A warm, wet storm originating in Hawaii will be pulled north toward California bringing heavy rain and localized flood risk.
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Atmospheric River Forecast: Sacramento regional Flood Watch explained
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 ...
Sens. Padilla, Murkowski Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Create Atmospheric River Forecasting Program
Atmospheric rivers, also described as "rivers in the sky," cause more than 80 percent of all flooding damage across the West ...
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Atmospheric river storm set to hit SoCal Tuesday. What to know about the rain and the risks
A stronger atmospheric river is set to hit Northern California on Monday and then hit Los Angeles County on Tuesday, aiding hopes of a more definitive end to a devastating fire weather season for ...
Northern California atmospheric river forecast: Showers continue Saturday, heaviest rain in the Foothills
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.