"California Braces for Life-Threatening Atmospheric River Floods"

An intense atmospheric river is set to bring "life-threatening" flooding, mudslides, and widespread power outages to California, with rare high risks for excessive rainfall in some areas. Mandatory evacuations have been issued, and travel in the mountains is expected to be near impossible. Widespread power outages and dangerous wind gusts are also anticipated. Officials are urging residents to take precautions and prepare for the impact of the storm, which is expected to bring a prolonged period of heavy rain and snow to the region.