Scientists track a powerful atmospheric river forming offshore, carrying extreme rainfall and flood risk toward land.
Meteorologists are monitoring a developing atmospheric river, a long, narrow plume of moisture capable of delivering extreme rainfall in a short time. These systems can transport enormous amounts of water from the tropics toward land, increasing risks of flooding, landslides, and infrastructure stress when they make landfall. Scientists warn that warmer oceans are intensifying atmospheric rivers, making them wetter and more destructive than in the past. This 60-second Lost Pages Daily update explains what atmospheric rivers are, why this one matters, and what impacts forecasters are watching closely.
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