Bay Area Storm Alert: Heavy Rain, Thunderstorms, and Snow Incoming—Here’s When It Hits Hardest

Back-to-Back Storms Target Bay Area—Heavy Rain, Thunderstorms Incoming

  • Two storm systems set to hit Northern California back-to-back
  • Rain totals up to 3 inches in some areas
  • Friday and Saturday expected to bring the worst conditions
  • Thunderstorms, strong winds, and flooding possible
  • Sierra Nevada could see heavy snow and dangerous travel conditions

OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA — The Bay Area is preparing for a wet and active weather pattern as two storm systems move into the region, bringing steady rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds through the weekend.

Forecasters say the first system will bring moisture starting Thursday, followed by a stronger and colder storm arriving Saturday.

First Round of Rain Arrives Thursday

Clouds will build throughout Thursday, with scattered showers developing as moisture increases across the region.

There is also a chance of afternoon thunderstorms, particularly in:

  • North Bay
  • Interior East Bay
  • Eastern Santa Clara County

Friday Brings Higher Storm Risk

Friday is shaping up to be one of the more active days, with the center of the first storm moving closer to the coast…

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