Storm train barrels into Southern California with thunderstorms, flooding fears and more rain on the way
A “storm train” is chugging its way toward Southern California.The National Weather Service is forecasting a series of storms across the Golden State that could bring thunderstorms and flooding to Southern California.Internet meteorologist Max Velocity described the weather in a video published Thursday as a “giant train of storms.” The biggest news, opinion and culture shaping California right now.Please provide a valid email.
By clicking above you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.Never miss a story “A giant train of storms is about to slam the West Coast of the United States in places like California, Oregon, and Washington, [which] are about to pick up a ton of snow and also several inches of rain in addition to very high winds,” he said.Rainfall totals through Saturday morning are expected to range between a quarter-inch and three-quarters of an inch across much of Southern California.The National Weather Service expects the heaviest rain next week, during a storm forecast for Wednesday and Thursday, which may bring nearly an inch of rain.Sebastian Westerink, a meteorologist at the National Weather Service’s San Diego office, told The California Post that conditions in Southern California should be “unsettled” for at least the next week.“We’re getting some showers left over from the NorCal storm systems,” he said, adding that SoCal will still receive “a good soaking rain each time.”Westerink said any flooding or thunderstorms should be localized and downplayed the storm’s severity.“Nothing crazy, just a few rain storms,” he said.Meteorologists are also warning of massive waves and the threat of coastal flooding.The National Weather Service issued a high surf advisory for Los Angeles County that goes into effect at 2 p.m.
Friday and continues through 3 p.m.Tuesday, with surf expected to reach 7 to 12 feet on Saturday.Max Velocity warned the waves hitting NorCa...