Pineapple Express Brings Halloween Flood Threat
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An atmospheric river known as the "pineapple express" is expected to deliver heavy rain to the Desert Southwest and Southern California over Halloween weekend, following last week’s destructive flooding in Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico and Utah.
The low‑end pineapple express, a type of atmospheric river that often fuels heavy rain events in the West, will bring two rounds of soaking rain.
Thursday and Friday will affect western Texas, parts of New Mexico and Arizona, while Saturday through Sunday will bring rain and some high‑mountain snow to Southern California, with lingering precipitation into Monday.
Local flash flooding is possible in western Texas, including Lubbock and Midland.
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Timeline
- On October 21 2026 Destructive flooding hits Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah.
- On October 28 2026 Pineapple express arrives over Desert Southwest and Southern California.
Why it matters
Immediate US impact: Flash flooding threatens western Texas and Desert Southwest Possible long-term US impact: Potential for debris flows in wildfire‑scorched areas Most affected groups: Residents in Phoenix metro, Four Corners, San Diego foothills Reader priority: Urgent weather alerts and safety precautions
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Primary report
The Weather Channel — Pineapple Express Brings Halloween Flood Threat
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