"Northwest U.S. Braces for Heavy Rain, Snow, and Potential Flooding as Atmospheric Rivers Hit"
TL;DR
Back-to-back storms fueled by atmospheric rivers are expected to bring heavy rain and snow to the northwestern United States, with three to seven inches of rain and over a foot of snow forecasted for parts of Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Wyoming, and Utah. Concerns about flooding have been raised, and there is a moderate risk of river flooding and flash flooding in certain areas. The storms could last through Wednesday, and avalanche warnings have been issued for certain mountain passes.
- Atmospheric Rivers to Bring Heavy Rain and Snow to Northwest U.S. The New York Times
- Strong atmospheric rivers are expected to wallop the Northwest with heavy rain and snow CNN
- Potential flooding in parts of western Washington this week KING5.com
- Winter Storm Warnings Issued for 11 States As Atmospheric River Lashes US Newsweek
- Portland, Clackamas County open sandbag locations in anticipation of flooding KGW News
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