Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

East Coast Faces Rising Flood Risks Amid Atmospheric River Surge

8/10/2025

46 8

Summary

Story summary

Atmospheric rivers are wreaking havoc on the East Coast, especially in the Southeast, with their frequency and intensity surging by nearly 5% each decade since 1980. This alarming trend could lead to double the rainfall in certain regions. In stark contrast, the West Coast is grappling with a troubling decline in moisture, facing long-term drying.

1 of 1

Story summary

Atmospheric rivers are wreaking havoc on the East Coast, especially in the Southeast, with their frequency and intensity surging by nearly 5% each decade since 1980. This alarming trend could lead to double the rainfall in certain regions. In stark contrast, the West Coast is grappling with a troubling decline in moisture, facing long-term drying.