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Heavy rain in New Jersey caused part of the ceiling to collapse at a BJ’s Wholesale Club in Oakhurst, trapping two briefly; they freed themselves and exited safely. There were 27 people inside at the time, and no injuries were reported. First responders coordinated a rapid evacuation as flood watches affected the region and rainfall totals nearby reached several inches.
Emergency crews responded to a partial roof collapse at BJ’s Wholesale Club in Ocean Township, likely caused by heavy weekend rain; about 20% of the rear roof collapsed, but all 27 staff and customers inside were accounted for and safe. Drivers were advised to avoid Route 35 due to flooding as the area remains a developing situation.
Tropical Storm Jangmi (taifū No. 6) is forecast to bring violent winds, high waves and extremely heavy rain across a broad swath of Japan—from Okinawa to Kyushu, Shikoku, Kinki, Tokai and Kanto—through Wednesday, raising flood and landslide risks; the government has opened a disaster liaison office and urged precaution and early evacuation under Japan’s new five-level alert system.
Heavy rains and high tides have caused significant flooding across California's Bay Area and southern regions, leading to road closures, rescues, and record-high King Tides, with ongoing weather warnings and impacts on transportation and daily life.
Heavy rain and king tides caused flooding and disruptions across California, including highway closures and airport shutdowns, with the worst conditions in Santa Barbara and the Bay Area, as authorities warn of continued risks.
A flash flood warning was issued for parts of Santa Barbara County due to heavy rain, leading to the closure of Highway 101 near Goleta because of debris flows and mudslides, with no estimated reopening time, as authorities advise caution and alternative routes.
A weather alert in Chicago reports heavy rain, thunderstorms, dense fog, and strong winds, with a cold front bringing wind gusts up to 55 mph, potential power outages, and cold temperatures, impacting holiday travel and airport conditions.
A massive sinkhole caused by heavy rain and flooding has partially washed away a Ventura family's backyard, with damage spreading to neighboring properties; crews are assessing the situation, which was linked to a failed drainage canal.
California faces ongoing severe weather with additional heavy rain, mudslides, and debris flows, especially in burn scar zones, leading to evacuations, power outages, and fatalities amid a series of atmospheric rivers and winter storms.
A rare high-risk flood alert is in effect across California, southern Nevada, and northwest Arizona, with heavy rain expected to cause widespread roadway flooding, mudslides, and potential power outages over several days, especially impacting major cities like Los Angeles and San Francisco.
A strong atmospheric river is bringing heavy rain to Southern California, especially over recent wildfire burn scars, increasing the risk of catastrophic flooding, debris flows, and mudslides, with a rare 'High Risk' warning issued by the National Weather Service.
Two storm systems along an atmospheric river are expected to bring heavy rain, snow, and potential flash flooding to California during Christmas week, impacting travel and causing power outages, with the heaviest rainfall on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Heavy rain caused severe flooding in Redding, California, leading to road closures, water rescues, and one confirmed death, prompting emergency response efforts and shelter provisions for displaced residents.
The North Bay region of the Bay Area is under a flood watch from Saturday afternoon to Monday evening due to moderate to heavy rain, with the rest of the region experiencing lighter rainfall; heavy rain will shift southward on Sunday, with potential flooding in low-lying and urban areas, and the rain is expected to continue until Christmas Day.
Heavy rain in the Portland area is tapering off tonight, but it has caused flooding and river warnings, with some rivers reaching major flood stages. The weather will calm down through Christmas week with scattered showers and no significant wind, making for relatively mild holiday weather. Snow is expected to fall tonight, potentially impacting ski areas, while the overall forecast suggests minimal weather disruptions during Christmas.