Heavy Rain, Flood Risk, and Mountain Snow Hit the Pacific Northwest Region
• The Pacific Northwest is expected to receive the heaviest precipitation in the nation due to an atmospheric river and cold front.
• Coastal areas could receive 2-3 inches of rain, while the Cascades and Olympics may see 3-5 inches of snow, increasing flood risks.
• Gusty winds, high waves, and more rain are expected, followed by a reinforcing cold front on Sunday.
Atmospheric river and cold front make landfall
The Pacific Northwest is bracing for a significant weather event as a potent combination of an atmospheric river and a cold front makes landfall. This system is expected to bring the heaviest precipitation in the nation to the region, posing considerable risks of flooding and hazardous conditions.
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