Understanding Atmospheric Rivers, Rain Streams In The Sky – Videos from CBS26

An atmospheric river is like a massive, flowing river of moisture high above us. Not all of this moisture reaches the ground, but when combined with a storm system that causes air to rise, it can turn into significant rainfall. Though atmospheric rivers happen around the globe, they are frequently discussed when they target California and the Pacific Northwest in the U.S. – Videos from CBS26 | CBS26.com