This storm system could bring anywhere from 1 to 3 inches of rain along San Diego County's coast and inland valleys, while the mountains could see 4 to 7 inches of rain or snow, the NWS said.
, which typically lasts from October to April, according to the National Integrated Drought Information System.are long, powerful portions of the atmosphere that carry lots of water from the tropical regions near the Earth's equator toward the poles.
This storm system could bring anywhere from 1 to 3 inches of rain along San Diego County's coast and inland valleys, while the mountains could see 4 to 7 inches of rain and/or snow. Light showers started overnight Sunday and, about a tenth-of-an-inch to a quarter-inch of rain had fallen; Palomar Mountain received nearly an inch by 5:30 a.m.
Overnight rain made for a wet morning commute. At least one crash involving several vehicles was reported on a wet westbound state Route 94 near Interstate 5, but no immediate injuries were reported. Further north, the busy SR-78 freeway was still partially closed as the rain prevented Caltrans crews from completing work on a massive sinkhole that formed last Wednesday. Westbound lanes were expected to be closed through Friday, Caltrans said.
Heavier rainfall was expected Tuesday along with a chance of thunderstorms, according to NBC 7 Meteorologist Sheena Parveen. With that much rain, it's possible the San Diego River will flood, closing roadways in the Mission Valley area -- as it frequently does. No flood watches or warnings were in effect.
"With all of the rainfall that will be occurring below the snow level, expect significant runoff, which could contribute to local flooding issues especially at low-water crossings and in poorly drained urban areas," the NWS said.
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