Freddy is one of the strongest storms ever recorded in the southern hemisphere and could be the longest-lasting tropical cyclone, according to the World Meteorological Organization.
Bicoastal storms are triggering winter weather alerts for tens of millions of Americans across the nation. NBC News’ Miguel Almaguer has the latest on both the nor’easter and the second atmospheric river closing in on California.
Central California faced pounding hail. This comes after a levee failed in Northern California’s Monterey County, swamping the community of Pajaro. NBC News’ Steve Patterson has more on the rescues underway.
Overnight water rescues took place after the Pajaro River levee in Monterey County failed. More than 8,500 people were forced to evacuate while others were trapped by washed-out roads. This comes as parts of the state are expected to receive more rain and snow.
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Another storm is causing treacherous conditions in California, triggering a state of emergency in 34 counties, as the National Guard was deployed to the hardest hit regions. NBC News’ Miguel Almaguer reports and Bill Karins has the forecast.
At least 10 rivers are expected to exceed flood levels as warm atmospheric river storms set in, and avalanche warnings were issued for the central Sierra Nevada.