What exactly is an “Atmospheric River?” VIDEO

By 965koit on January 16, 2019

Malibu, California

Today’s storm is expected to be intense with periods of heavy rain, wind.  Downed trees and power lines are expected.  Complicating the storm is the energy of this Atmospheric River.  But what exactly is an “Atmospheric River” and why is it so important to our state of California’s water supply?