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An atmospheric river is coming to California. It could bring risks of debris flows

The weather phenomena are common for California winters, but they could cause dangerous debris flows or mudslides in recently burned areas.

Feb 13, 2025 - 11:06
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An atmospheric river is coming to California. It could bring risks of debris flows
An atmospheric river that hit Los Angeles in February 2024 caused mudslides and flooding, dumping months-worth of rain in a single day. Another one is headed to Southern California now.

The weather phenomena are common for California winters, but they could cause dangerous debris flows or mudslides in recently burned areas.

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