Summary
Meteorologists at the National Weather Service (NWS) are warning of upcoming atmospheric rivers that will bring heavy rain and snow to the Pacific Northwest. These storms, starting Friday, might cause flooding, mudslides, and power outages, especially in Washington and Oregon.
Key Facts
- Atmospheric rivers are narrow streams of moist air in the sky that can cause heavy rain and snow.
- These weather systems are expected to start affecting the Pacific Northwest on Friday.
- Washington and Oregon will likely see the most impact, including flooding and landslides.
- The NWS office in Seattle has issued warnings for heavy rainfall and potential flooding.
- High-elevation areas might receive significant snowfall, particularly in the northern Rockies.
- The storms could continue to bring above-average precipitation until mid-December.
- Weather advisories, including gale warnings and winter weather advisories, are in place for affected regions.
