Pineapple express: An intense atmospheric river is set to slam into California, threatening to flood roads and trigger mudslides
An intense atmospheric river is causing potentially life-threatening flooding, mudslides, and widespread power outages in California. The storm has led to a rare Level 4 risk of excessive rainfall in Santa Barbara and Oxnard, with up to 6 inches of rain expected across the area. Mandatory evacuation orders were issued for communities in Santa Barbara and Ventura County, and several school districts have canceled classes. The storm is also expected to bring heavy snowfall in eastern California and along the Nevada border. The National Weather Service is warning of “near impossible” travel conditions in the mountains, and the potential for widespread power outages due to high winds.
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