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Atmospheric River Triggers Flood Warnings Across California, Southwest

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  • An atmospheric river is delivering heavy rain, causing flooding across California and the Southwest this weekend.
  • Ground is already saturated from 2-5 inches of rain last week, heightening flash-flood danger.
  • The National Weather Service warned tides are 2 feet above normal in San Diego and Los Angeles.
  • Officials say life-threatening floods could hit Phoenix’s north/east suburbs, Four Corners and San Diego County foothills.