West Coast Weather Outlook: Holiday Travel May Hit Stormy Snags
• Multiple storms are forecast to bring heavy rain and snow to the West Coast, especially California, during Christmas week, potentially causing travel disruptions.
• Lower elevations may experience flooding, while higher elevations in the Sierra Nevada and Cascades could receive multiple feet of snow, impacting road travel.
• Cities like San Francisco and Los Angeles may see travel delays and flight disruptions due to the stormy weather; skiers could benefit if roads to resorts remain open.
California faces storms impacting holiday travel plans
The West Coast, especially California, is preparing for a series of storms that could greatly affect holiday travel. The storm track is moving southward, and several weather systems are predicted to bring heavy rain from this weekend through Christmas week. This increased rainfall is causing concerns about urban and small stream flooding, as well as potential river flooding in susceptible areas.
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