A major storm is headed toward Northern California, promising to drop up to 10 feet of snow on Sierra Nevada mountain peaks and bring much-needed rain throughout the region
The Western U.S. is bracing for the brunt of a major winter storm expected to hit Monday, bringing travel headaches, the threat of localized flooding and some relief in an abnormally warm fall.
The precipitation will bring at least temporary relief to the broader region that’s been gripped by drought caused by climate change. The latestshows parts of Montana, Oregon, California, Nevada and Utah in exceptional drought, which is the worst category. Officials urged people to delay travel and stay indoors. Rain could cause minor flooding and rockslides, especially in areas that have been scarred by wildfires, according to the forecast. The San Bernardino County sheriff's department issuedfor several areas, citing the potential for flooding. Los Angeles County fire officials urged residents to be aware of the potential for mud flows.
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