Typically, winter storm systems are propelled by the Pacific jet stream, said meteorologist Ryan Kittell, of the National Weather Service in Oxnard. AdvertisementThe National Weather Service issued a special marine weather warning for the Central Coast on Wednesday morning due to the potential for water spouts and strong winds. The Oakland airport recorded 1.82 inches of rain, San Jose Mineta received 1.48 inches, and Monterey Regional Airport saw 1.67 inches over the same period. “We’ll continue to see this band of moisture pass over the region throughout the day,” said meteorologist Alexis Clouser, with the National Weather Service in Monterey. “Rain may be locally heavy at times, & numerous floods are likely,” the National Weather Service said in their social media channels.

Source: Los Angeles Times December 20, 2023 18:38 UTC