Severe storms have devastating impact on Central California crops
Pistachio farmer Nader Malakan estimates that about 1,200 acres of pistachio crops were destroyed, to the tune of $15 million.
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Severe storms devastate Central California farms
The series of atmospheric river storms that pummeled California may have helped alleviate drought conditions, but they also had a devastating effect on some farming communities in California's Central Valley, destroying thousands of acres of crops. Jonathan Vigliotti has more.
Higher prices for produce after Calif. storms
The price of many fruits and vegetables will be higher this spring and summer after a series of atmospheric rivers flooded farmland in California. CBS News climate reporter Cara Korte joins Lilia Luciano with more on her reporting.
California may set "epic" snowpack record
A relentless series of atmospheric rivers since last December has pushed California's snowpack to potentially historic high levels. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy joins John Dickerson with details on the staggering snowfall and what it means for relieving the state's drought.
California faces more torrential rain, snow
Another atmospheric river is bringing heavy rain and snow to California, and that means a heightened risk of flooding and mudslides. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti joins John Dickerson on "Prime Time" to discuss.
Storm hits California with more floods
Another atmospheric river hit California on Tuesday -- the 12th such storm since late December. CBS News correspondent Janet Shamlian joined us from Los Angeles to discuss the damage and how residents are coping with the deadly storms.
Storms return to California
More wind and rain is bearing down on California, which is getting hit with its twelfth atmospheric river this season. Janet Shamlian reports.
California hit by another atmospheric river
The 12th atmospheric river of the season has brought more heavy rain and flooding to California. The Weather Channel meteorologist Mike Bettes takes a look at the forecast.
Parts of California at high risk from floods
The latest storm system to hit California has moved on but the risk of flooding remains high in many parts of the state. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans joins Elaine Quijano and Lana Zak with the latest.
Flooding across California in wake of storms
Tens of thousands of people remain under evacuation orders in the wake of the latest atmospheric river to pass through California, leaving behind flooding and mudslides. Carter Evans reports.
2 found dead, other hikers rescued by helicopter from flooded canyon
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Flooding, snow hit storm-exhausted California
Thousands of customers were without power across California on Wednesday after the state was hit by its 11th atmospheric river of the winter season, causing major flooding and storm damage statewide. More rain is also in the forecast. Carter Evans has more.
Ferocious storm slams California
Heavy rain and powerful winds have knocked out power for tens of thousands of Californians. The atmospheric river hit the state as it continues to reel from last week's storms. CBS News' Danya Bacchus joins Lana Zak and Elaine Quijano to discuss the latest conditions.
More rain, flooding in California
California is hit with more rain, flooding and evacuations as the 11th atmospheric river of the winter moves down the state. Danya Bacchus reports.
Storm leaves thousands without power in Northeast
A winter storm brought heavy snowfall and blistering winds to parts of the Northeast Tuesday, and knocked out power for thousands. In California, the eleventh atmospheric river of the season could worsen flooding in the state. Lilia Luciano and Carter Evans have the latest.
Powerful storms impact both coasts
Major winter storms are hitting the East and West Coasts, bringing several feet of snow to New England and relentless rain to California. "Prime Time" host John Dickerson gets the latest from correspondents Lilia Luciano and Carter Evans.
Californians bracing for more rainstorms
Thousands of people were forced to evacuate a California farming community after days of heavy rain. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans gives Prime Time host John Dickerson a live look from the affected area.
More dangerous weather threatens California
California is facing more dangerous weather as a new storm system approaches. CBS News' Elaine Quijano and Tony Dokoupil are joined by Carter Evans who is reporting from Madera, California, which is feeling the effects of previous storms.
California faces more severe weather
President Biden has approved a disaster declaration for California as more storms are battering the state and threatening severe flooding. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans joins Catherine Herridge from the Folsom Dam with the latest on the conditions.
Storm brings heavy rain, snow to California
Yet another atmospheric river storm descended on California Friday, bringing drenching rain and heavy snow. Some areas could see life-threatening flooding. It's the latest in a series of winter storms which have pummeled the state. Carter Evans has the latest.
California rain, snowmelt could mean flooding
President Biden has approved an emergency declaration for parts of California where a new storm system is threatening to cause flooding. CBS News' Elaine Quijano and Nikki Battiste are joined from California by Carter Evans.
"Operation Hay Drop" aims to save starving cows stranded by storms
"Operation Hay Drop" is a mission to save starving and stranded cows – many of which are pregnant – from dying amid back-to-back winter storms.
California braces for another massive storm
Millions of people across central and Northern California are under flood watches Thursday as another massive storm approaches the area. A so-called atmospheric river could bring dangerous amounts of rain to some areas that are already buried in heavy snow, which could lead to widespread flooding. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports from Truckee, California.
California braces for more storms
A fierce atmospheric river is set to bring more snow and rain to California, and the onslaught could bring severe flooding as the rain helps melt the massive snowpack in many parts of the state. Carter Evans reports.
What is an atmospheric river? The weather phenomenon, explained
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New Jersey Sen. Robert Menendez and wife indicted on federal charges
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New Jersey Sen. Robert Menendez and wife indicted on federal charges
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Apple workers go on strike in France right as the iPhone 15 hits stores
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Another woman accuses Russell Brand of sexual misconduct
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YouTube CEO defends Russell Brand decision
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YouTube CEO defends decision to demonetize Russell Brand's channel
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Tropical storm warnings along East Coast
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Wildfire smoke reversing U.S. air improvement
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Some homeowners facing insurance crisis
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New "electrical" blue tarantula species discovered in Thailand
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Video shows NASA spacecraft flying through powerful sun explosion
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New Mexico deputy sheriff kidnapped and sexually assaulted woman, feds say
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UAW expands strike to 38 more facilities
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