California officials warn of fast-flowing rivers as multiple people go missing

Officials are warning of dangerous river conditions in California this year as multiple people have gone missing over the last few weeks. The heavy snowpack is coming down through the state's rivers bringing frigid temperatures, high water levels, and deadly conditions.

Watch: Tense video shows turbulent moments as Mexico flight surrounded by vivid lightning

Children could be heard crying in the video while passengers were seen holding onto their seats as a flight from Tijuana to Monterrey was rocked from side to side on May 12.

Flooding expected in Yosemite Valley Tuesday

The National Weather Service said Monday the Merced River in Yosemite Valley is expected to reach flood stage of 10 feet at Pohono Bridge by Tuesday morning. 

Cyclone Mocha makes landfall in Myanmar as groups gear up for nationwide, large-scale emergency response

Thousands are hunkering down in monasteries, pagodas and schools, seeking shelter from a powerful storm that slammed into the coast of Myanmar. At least three people have been reported killed.

Shelter that was housing people displaced by storms to close Monday

An emergency shelter at the Santa Cruz County fairgrounds that has been housing people displaced by atmospheric rainstorms in March will close on Monday.  

Congo flooding has death toll approaching 400 as search continues

The administrator of the worst-affected area, the Kalehe territory of South Kivu province, told The Associated Press by phone that more bodies were recovered Sunday, including many found floating in Lake Kivu.

PG&E's and its various types of meteorologists

Even as the climate changes as the wet season becomes wetter and the dry season becomes drier, PG&E has to evaluate its territories for the harsher impacts of extreme weather events. They use a different type of meteorologist each time they predict what Mother Nature has in store during severe weather.

Yosemite Valley to reopen after fears of flooding recede

Temporarily shuttered parts of Yosemite Valley will reopen earlier than expected after fears of flooding receded Saturday, park officials announced.

Most of Yosemite National Park closed until next week

The Yosemite area is bracing for flooding, and rangers have closed much of the famous park to visitors for the next few days. 

Snow melt uncovers damage caused by unprecedented Sierra winter

As temperatures rise in California and the "Big Melt" begins, the damage done by this year's epic snow pack is slowly being revealed.

Once-drained Tulare Lake growing due to snowmelt, threat of flooding a concern

Several communities across California are preparing for trouble as the record Sierra snow starts to melt. The concern is greatest for Tulare Lake, a natural lake that was drained to make way for farming. That lake has reappeared and now threatens entire towns.

Diablo Road reopens after weeks-long repair project

Danville officials said Sunday that Diablo Road has been re-opened, after a long closure to repair winter storm-related damage.     

Padilla says more resources needed to help Pajaro recover from floods

California Senator Alex Padilla visited Watsonville on Wednesday to meet with residents impacted by recent floods and ensure the community that they’re working to improve infrastructure inequities.

Rain ushers in San Francisco Giants home opener

Friday morning is off to a wet start, but the rainy weather should not disrupt the San Francisco Giants home opener, forecasters said.