Atmospheric River Unleashes Floods, Forces Evacuations in Pacific Northwest

A powerful "atmospheric river" is battering the Pacific Northwest. This weather phenomenon, a long corridor of concentrated moisture in the sky, has unleashed torrential rain. Severe flooding now affects parts of both Canada and the United States. Emergency officials have told thousands of residents to prepare to evacuate. The intense rainfall has caused rivers to overflow. It has also triggered landslides, blocking major roads. The storm is disrupting travel and daily life across the region. Authorities urge people in flood-prone areas to follow evacuation orders. They also advise against driving through flooded roads.