Posted on 01/03/2023 7:56:39 PM PST by libh8er
Just three days after a record-breaking storm brought significant rain, widespread flooding and significant mountain snow to much of California, another, perhaps even more powerful double whammy of an atmospheric river and bomb cyclone is targeting the region this week that could become one of the more impactful storms to strike the state in years. Mandatory evacuation orders have even been issued ahead of the storm for neighborhoods with a high risk of flooding.
In this case, the developing storm will tap into abundant tropical moisture available in the Pacific Ocean, creating a reasonably strong "atmospheric river" that will carry copious amounts of moisture from Hawaii to California.
Basically, an (atmospheric river) is a river in the sky of water vapor, and when it hits the mountains, (the moisture) is forced up over the mountains," Marty Ralph, Director of the Center for Western Weather and Water Extremes, told FOX Weather. "That upward motion causes clouds and precipitation to form, and the faster the flow of air and water vapor is hitting the mountains, the faster the rain is falling, so you get more and more rain with the stronger ARs hitting the mountains."
This specific type of atmospheric river, known as the "Pineapple Express," in a nod to the storm's fuel source due to its Hawaiian origins, is set to bring significant moisture to California. Think of this as a narrow pipeline of moisture that originates in the tropics.
Flood Watches span much of the state, from near the Oregon/California border to just north of the Los Angeles area.
(Excerpt) Read more at foxweather.com ...
Finally some common sense from someone who truly understands the issues! Think of the Snail Darter! The Delta Smelt! The Fairy Shrimp! /s and just in case someone missed it /s
I remember only having rain storms and snowstorms.
I guess the climate must have change although I see no evidence that it has.
Everything regarding weather is now a “major” climate event which is “historic” and record breaking.
All due to “climate change”.
It's from "My Old School," a song by Steely Dan. Donald Fagan was co-founder of the band.
So, cry me an atmospheric river.
Looking at my weather app for Berlin so I can ride my bicycle, it says rain starts today and basically continues till January 18 when it stops forecasting. Temperature 45F to 50F
I have two hours till it starts.
Mu niece and her husband husband just moved yo Boulder Creek from Dallas. Last week, their first week there, their dirt road was a mess and some trees fell. What do you think about storm approaching San Fran now? Will it further damage their mountain roads and trees?
Ask him about 35 sweet good byes
If it is; I hope San Fransicko goes first.
(bomb cyclone)
Is it now Two Days Before the Day After Tomorrow?
My Old School - Steely Dan
And the oleanders growing outside her door
San Fransisco is getting an upside down pineapple express
Salmon, regardless of how it’s cooked gives me heartburn and F#CK NEWSOM!
And some badly needed rain...
🍍💥🍍💥🍍💥🍍💥🍍💥
Stupid MSM. They're even telling people to stay home if they can. Ughhh. I used to enjoy watching the weather reports back when they would tell you something about the actual weather.
But now, like every other story, its just more fear mongering, propaganda, and attempted brain washing. Cant stand watching it for more than a minute or so.
cyclone......now bomb cyclone soon to come bombshell bomb cyclone
Is, your government going to conserve and manage this water intelligently or does the Delta Smelt still have priority?
Ok. Thanks.
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