Thu, October 12, 2023 at 8:27 AM PDT
"Will this El NiƱo act like a 'typical El NiƱo,' or will it throw a curveball?" Clark said.
An El NiƱo pattern often ushers in an active storm track and resultant wetter conditions than the historical average across southern parts of the U.S.
A wet and snowy winter in California would further quell long-term drought concerns but could also increase the danger to lives and property.
"A series of higher-end atmospheric rivers impacting California in rapid succession raises the risk of very serious or even catastrophic flooding in some areas," Clark explained.
Even if the precipitation this winter is not as extreme or as frequent as last winter, a season with rain and snow above the historical average could set the stage for more flooding problems during the first half of 2024.
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