A powerful atmospheric river battered California over the weekend of November 13–17, 2025, unleashing historic rainfall that shattered decades-old records and exposed the state's vulnerability to intensifying extreme weather.

Santa Barbara, parts of Ventura county and more saw more than several inches of rain in recent days. Is it going to continue raining?

A catastrophic river has started to hit the state of California, which will lead to days of heavy rain, strong wind gusts, and potentially feet of snow as early as next week.

Heavy rain could cause dangerous flooding in California. Mudslides, debris and slick roadways were all a concern. Snow in the Eastern Sierras could reach up to a foot. Morgan Chesky reports on more rain in the forecast.

The heaviest rain came on Saturday, according to the National Weather Service, which prompted several flash flood warnings. Adam Roser, a meteorologist with the weather service, told SFGATE that Saturday’s rain broke numerous records set during a Nov. 15, 1965, storm system.

The girl's father attempted to save her as she was pulled by large waves near Garrapata State Park on Friday, according to authorities. He was rescued and later died.

A strong atmospheric river is pummeling Southern California, bringing a widespread risk of floods and prompting evacuations.

Though conditions began to improve on Nov. 16, forecasters warned that another storm system is expected to bring more rain on Nov. 17 and 18.