Dangerous flooding hits Four Corners, prompting evacuations across U.S. Southwest

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Heavy flooding caused by a strong El Niño and a subtropical jet stream has led to evacuations in the Four Corners region and across other parts of the U.S. Southwest. Meteorologists Akiko Fujita and Andrew Kozak provide updates on the situation, including the expected continuation of severe weather conditions.

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As of November 2, 2026, dangerous flooding has hit the Four Corners region, prompting evacuations across the U.S. Southwest. Meteorologists attribute this extreme weather to a super El Niño and a subtropical jet stream, which are causing heavier rain, more torrential storms, and larger floods. Akiko Fujita reported from Huntington Beach, California, providing additional details on the situation, while Andrew Kozak offered the latest forecast in the studio.

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Dangerous flooding hits Four Corners, prompting evacuations across U.S. Southwest

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