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

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.

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.

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.

Repeated atmospheric rivers are hitting the West Coast into next week, fueling flood risk Up to 15 inches of precipitation could fall along the North Coast and other parts of Northern California ...

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 ...

Atmospheric Rivers Will Drench the West Coast A parade of storms is expected to heighten the flood risk in the Pacific Northwest and Northern California over the next week.

A map created by Newsweek using an AccuWeather forecast shows the states with the greatest flood risk from an atmospheric river on Wednesday.

The Northwest is bracing for a strong storm system fueled by an atmospheric river and bomb cyclone. What do those terms mean?

So, what caused these torrential downpours and extreme winter conditions on the West Coast this winter? Atmospheric rivers. More than 50, it turns out, drenching the West Coast like buckets in a ...