Climate United States of America Storms hit California over Christmas
The US state of California is bracing for even more extreme weather after wind, rain and snow pummeled the state. At least two people were killed in storm-related incidents.
A powerful atmospheric river that carried massive amounts of moisture from Hawaii over the Pacific has drenched California, making this the wettest Christmas in downtown Los Angeles in 54 years. San Bernardino was among the hardest hit, as torrents of water and debris swept through homes and bridges, forcing dramatic rooftop rescues. Six counties declared a state of emergency.
The US state of California is bracing for even more extreme weather after wind, rain and snow pummeled the state. At least two people were killed in storm-related incidents.
A powerful atmospheric river that carried massive amounts of moisture from Hawaii over the Pacific has drenched California, making this the wettest Christmas in downtown Los Angeles in 54 years. San Bernardino was among the hardest hit, as torrents of water and debris swept through homes and bridges, forcing dramatic rooftop rescues. Six counties declared a state of emergency.
