Tropical Storm Rachel downgraded as weather system moves inland
The storm brought heavy rain and coastal flooding before weakening, as California prepares for potentially severe El Niño conditions.
At a glance
- Tropical Storm Rachel has been downgraded as it moves inland
- The system brought heavy rain and coastal flooding before weakening
- Forecasters view the storm as a preview of potential El Niño impacts on California
Tropical Storm Rachel has been downgraded as the system moves inland with high winds and rain, according to forecasters. The storm previously brought heavy precipitation and coastal flooding to affected areas.
Weather officials suggest the storm's impacts may foreshadow conditions California could experience as the region braces for a potentially record-setting El Niño weather pattern.
Why it matters
The storm's effects may indicate the severity of weather patterns California could face during an anticipated strong El Niño cycle.
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