"California Faces Double Threat of Flooding and Mudslides Amid Back-to-Back Winter Storms"

California is bracing for another wet winter storm, with forecasters warning of possible flooding, hail, strong winds, and even brief tornadoes as the system moves south over the next few days. The central coast is at risk of significant flooding, with up to 5 inches of rain predicted for many areas, and isolated rain totals of 10 inches possible in certain mountain ranges. The storm is expected to bring widespread rainfall and several feet of snow in the Sierra Nevada, prompting flood watches and warnings across the state.