West Coast Braces for Major Storms with Heavy Snow and Rainfall
The West Coast of the United States is preparing for a series of major storms that are expected to bring significant snowfall and heavy rain, providing much-needed relief to areas suffering from severe drought conditions. The Upper Colorado Basin is experiencing record low snow levels, with Salt Lake City, Utah, and Grand Junction, Colorado, having gone 330 and 442 days, respectively, without significant snowfall. A large dip in the jet stream is anticipated to stall over the region starting Sunday, initiating an active weather pattern. This will result in multiple storms delivering substantial snow to mountain areas and rain to lower elevations. The system will begin in California, where a strong low-pressure area will impact the region, followed by additional storms bringing heavy rain. The FOX Forecast Center predicts that some mountain areas could receive double-digit feet of snow, while lower areas like Los Angeles and San Diego could see up to 5 inches of rain, raising concerns about flash flooding, ...