
Two cars siting in a large sinkhole that opened during a day of relentless rain on Jan. 10 in the Chatsworth neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. Photo: Robyn Beck/AFP via Getty Images
An "endless onslaught of potent" extreme weather systems with atmospheric rivers are pummelling California with heavy rainfall, powerful winds and staggeringly high mountain snowfalls, per the National Weather Service.
The big picture: The latest and most extreme atmospheric river to hit the state since the bombardement began late last month has forced thousands of Californians to evacuate as it caused mudslides and widespread flooding and left tens of thousands without power following the deadly storms.











Flashback... In photos: Storm slams California with hurricane-force winds, heavy rains
Editor's note: This article has been updated with more photos.