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Back-to-Back Pacific Storms to Impact the West Coast; Heavy Snow in the Central Appalachians

Back-to-back powerful Pacific storm systems to impact the Pacific Northwest and northern California through the end of this week with heavy rain, flooding, strong winds, and higher elevation mountain snow. A strong, long-duration atmospheric river will accompany the Pacific storms, bringing excessive rainfall and flash flooding to southwest Oregon and northwest California through the week. Read More >

KBHX Radar
Winds remain strong along coastal Mendocino and areas of Lake County this afternoon. Another increase of winds for the area is expected Thursday afternoon. Southerly gusts of 30-50 mph are possible with higher gusts possible on coastal headlands and ridges.
Life-Threatening Flooding Potential. A Flood Watch is in effect from 4 AM Wednesday into Friday across much of the forecast area to a forecast with prolonged periods of moderate to heavy rain. A rapid rises of rivers, creeks, and streams are expected, along with high water water in low lying & poor drainage areas.
A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for portions of Trinity County above 2000 feet from 4PM Tuesday to 3 AM Thursday, and above 4000 feet through 10 PM Wednesday. Snow accumulations of 5 to 12 inches above 2000 feet, and 1 to 3 foot above 4000 feet is forecast. Highway passes impacted include Oregon Mountain and Weaverville on Highway 299, Scott Mountain Summit on Highway 3, and portions of Highways 36 . Wind gusts to 50 mph will help produce near blizzard conditions on mountain passes. Monitor the latest forecast updates at https://www.weather.gov/eka/

 

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