Northern California mobilizes ahead of atmospheric river storms
epa11116970 Sandbags available for pickup for Oakland residents are stacked on the side of a road as City of Oakland Municipal Service Center and Park and Tree Services workers assist residents in Oakland, California, USA, 31 January 2024. The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for the entire Bay Area as the Northern California region prepares for incoming atmospheric river storms, which are expected to bring heavy rainfall and gusty winds. EPA/JOHN G. MABANGLO
