Weather team tracks impact of El Nio storms
The California drought continues, even with several El Nio-driven storms already hitting the state this winter season. It’s predicted that the storms will continue through late spring, but it’s still too early to tell if the storms will have a dramatic impact on California’s water crisis.
But, El Nio storms also come with their own set of problems. Are you prepared when these storms hit?
Our First Alert Weather Team wants to make sure you’re ready for potential storms. Our team will also check in to see just how much El Nio rainfall has helped with the drought. How much more snow and rain do we need to get out of trouble?
News Channel 3’s Chief Meteorologist Haley Clawson shows you how repair crews are mobilizing to make sure the power stays on when strong winds and rain whip the desert area.
CBS Local 2 Meteorologist Jeff Forgeron takes a look at safety on our hiking trails; what you need to know before heading out for a day of fun, recreation and exercise before and after the storms hit.
On Tuesday, join Meteorologist Jerry Steffen at 5:00 p.m. as he uncovers some useful tips for homeowners to make sure they are prepared in case the flood waters start rising towards your front door.
Then on CBS Local 2 at 5:30 p.m. Chief Meteorologist Patrick Evans takes a look at roadways across the valley — what have cities done to prepare and what is still needed to make sure you can get where you are going when dangerous storms strike.
Be sure to tune in for our in-depth team weather coverage next week.
