Atmospheric rivers are drenching the West Coast with heavy rain, winds and snow throughout the week and into the weekend, experts say.

For days, meteorologists have been warning about a deluge of rainfall and plastering of mountain snow coming to the West Coast. Now that system is about to slam ashore, an “atmospheric river ...

Why the West Coast Is Most Vulnerable The West Coast’s unique geography makes it a prime target for atmospheric rivers.

To many, atmospheric rivers are a West Coast phenomenon. But they’re also responsible for devastating storms that can hit the Central and Eastern U.S.

A map shows weather conditions on the West Coast this week. Multiple atmospheric river events will batter the region, bringing heavy rain and snow as people head out for the holiday season.

Atmospheric rivers are a plume of moisture that extend across the Pacific to near Hawaii. When they hit land, they can cause heavy rains and snow. Here’s a look at the phenomenon: What is an ...

An atmospheric river has already drenched the West Coast this year, with California's state emergency operation centers activated and evacuations ordered in communities close to the Sacramento River.

How upcoming atmospheric rivers will impact the West Coast's weather patterns and ecosystems this coming week.

In recent years, "atmospheric river" has become used much more frequently in scientific papers and in media coverage. According to experts who study climate and weather, a few reasons may explain why.

The Texas Hill Country has been notorious for flash floods caused by the Guadalupe River. Here's why the area is called ...

NOAA’s hurricane hunters are now targeting the West Coast’s atmospheric rivers Dark storm clouds hover above downtown Oakland, Calif., on Thursday, Jan. 5, 2023.