Overview

• Over the past 36 hours, California and southwest Oregon have experienced heavy rainfall, flooding, and landslides due to an atmospheric river.
• The Sierra Nevada could see snow totals of 1 to 3 feet by Saturday, with thunderstorms also forecasted.
• A second, stronger atmospheric river is forecasted to hit California Sunday through Tuesday, potentially bringing over 6 inches of rain in some areas.
• The first storm has already caused road closures, rockslides, and travel disruptions across California.
• Meteorologists warn that the cumulative impact of the two storms could lead to more extensive flooding and damage.