CALIFORNIA - Fresh off the heels of Tropical Storm Mario’s remnants drenching California, another round of wet weather is lining up this week. Meteorologists warn the system could deliver downpours strong enough to trigger localized flooding, with the greatest impacts expected in Central California. While Los Angeles and San Diego may see lighter totals, the storm’s tropical moisture could fuel heavier rain elsewhere, increasing mudslide risk in already saturated areas.
The storm may linger longer than its predecessor, keeping showers and thunderstorms in play through the latter half of the week. That means travel delays and cooler conditions across the region. At the same time, lightning with the storm could spark wildfire concerns, though recent rains may temper that threat in some spots.
"The storm will likely bring with it a risk of lightning strikes that could lead to wildfire concerns," said AccuWeather Meteorologist Brandon Buckingham. "However, because of the quick succession of rain events across California and portions of the Southwest, the risk can be on the lower end for the locales that picked up meaningful rainfall."
Parts of the Northwest will stay dry under high pressure, but much of the West remains in drought, adding weight to every drop that falls.
Check back with ANUK as we track how storms shape up for agriculture and logistics in the days ahead.
