Deeper Look – Episode 12
In a part of the world currently marred by drought, they should be careful what they wish for. What could wipe out Sacramento? What could cause 40 foot storm surges, flood walls, and 100 mile per hour winds? An atmospheric river, better known as an ARk Storm (yes, with the weird capitalization – ARk Storm). Important links can be found below.
USGS Ark Storm Report: http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2010/1312/
NOAA Animation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s17XUx6Z5AA [Check the date… spooky]
Flood Potential: http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/52/California_ARkStorm_Flood_Areas.jpg
