Californians can expect a new storm to hit each day this week

The current El Nino has now tied the 1997-1998 El Nino for the strongest on record. During the last few months, sea surface temperatures in the Pacific Ocean from October through the December period have been 2.3 degrees Celsius above normal.

California residents can expect a new storm to hit each day this week. A weak storm moved in on Monday, bringing scattered showers through the area, but a stronger system hit Tuesday. On Tuesday, flooding and debris flow were reported in parts of Southern California, shutting down roads.

Yet, another round of rain along the coast and snow in the Sierra Mountains is expected to begin early on Wednesday morning as the next storm comes ashore. Flooding and mudslides are possible once again, especially burn scars in canyons and valleys. 

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Powerful Western Storms Fueled by El Nino Weather Pattern