An expert at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography explains the weather phenomenon that can wreak havoc across California.

While most look for ways to avoid the steady rain falling from atmospheric rivers, some take advantage of the unwieldy ...

What's an Atmospheric River? A Pineapple Express? AP Explains the Weather Phenomenon Atmospheric rivers are a plume of moisture that extend across the Pacific to near Hawaii. When they hit land ...

When they hit land they can cause heavy rains and snow. Here's a look at the phenomenon: What is an atmospheric river? Atmospheric rivers are long and relatively narrow bands of water vapor that ...

The Bay Area weather forecast has more rain and wind as another atmospheric river arrives and flood evacuations are issued ...

Editor's note: This page reflects news from Wednesday, Feb. 12. For the latest updates on the atmospheric river in California, read USA TODAY's coverage for Thursday, Feb. 13. SAN DIEGO ...

A rain-filled storm called an atmospheric river is sweeping into California this week. The weather phenomenon could bring heavy rain to many parts of the state—including the areas around Los ...

You can get in touch with Anna by emailing [email protected]. Languages: English. An atmospheric river will bring severe weather to central and southern California through Friday this week ...