TOKYO — Pounding rain that already caused deadly floods in southern Japan was moving northeast Wednesday, battering large areas of Japan's main island, swelling more rivers, triggering mudslides, and destroying houses and roads. At least 58 people died in several days of flooding. Parts of Nagano and Gifu, including areas...
Latest Rain and Snow Help Parched Valley Water Prospects
More than eighth-tenths of an inch of rain has fallen in Fresno since Friday. And, while not a "March Miracle," this latest storm has pushed the monthly total to 2 inches — with the promise of more Thursday. Here are a few updated numbers for precipitation fanatics courtesy of the...
Southern California Gets Rain, but Less Than First Expected
LOS ANGELES — Much-needed rain fell across Southern California on Tuesday but in lighter amounts than originally forecast for the region, which has experienced a very dry winter. San Diego County mountains already had received an inch of rain before dawn but generally the precipitation was showery rather than steady,...
Australian Crews Race to Contain Blazes as Damage Bill Soars
BALMORAL, Australia — Bolstered by cooler weather and desperately needed rain, exhausted firefighters in Australia raced to shore up defenses against deadly wildfires before the blazes flare again within days when scorching temperatures are expected to return. The first hints of the financial toll from the disaster began to emerge...
Australia to Pay 'Whatever It Takes' to Fight Wildfires
SYDNEY — Australia's government said Monday it was willing to pay “whatever it takes” to help communities recover from deadly wildfires that have ravaged the country. Prime Minister Scott Morrison said the government was committing an extra 2 billion Australian dollars ($1.4 billion) toward the recovery effort in addition to...
Latest Southern California Storm Fades, Gusty Winds Expected
LOS ANGELES — The center of Southern California’s latest winter storm was staying well out to sea Monday and forecasters greatly scaled back the amount of rain and snow it could produce. Only light snowfall or flurries were seen in the high mountain passes north and east of Los Angeles,...
Powerful Storm Pounds Southern California With Rain, Snow
LOS ANGELES — A powerful winter storm brought a deluge of rain and snow to Southern California, triggering tornado warnings and bringing post-Christmas travel to a halt on major routes early Thursday. Snow shut down vital Interstate 5 in Tejon Pass through the mountains north of Los Angeles and stopped...
What Follows Rain in Valley Winters? Fog, of Course.
After a wet start to December, including more than a half-inch of rain Sunday, the Fresno area is expected to dry out. But watch out for fog. The forecast from the National Weather Service-Hanford calls for little or no rain. That may change over the weekend, especially over the Sierra...
Fresno Rainfall Record Tied, More Rain Ahead
Keep your umbrella and raincoats handy. After Fresno tied a 67-year-old rainfall record Sunday with 0.78 inches, the National Weather Service-Hanford forecast calls for more rain before this storm wanes Thursday, followed by the arrival of a new storm on Friday. In addition, the Sierra Nevada will continue to experience...
Winter Arrives in the Valley. Expect Sierra, SoCal Travel Snarls.
Winter finally is coming to the Valley ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, bringing high winds, rain, and snow. If you're headed to the Sierra, take chains. Listen to this article: Caltrans Announces Road Closures The California Department of Transportation says it will close the Sonora Pass on State Route...