Atmospheric river storms to be tracked more accurately with new Bay Area weather radar stations
By Paul Rogers
Published on March 26, 2026.
A coalition of Bay Area water agencies has unveiled a $19.7 million system of high-tech radar stations from Sonoma County to Santa Cruz. The new radar installations, located in Contra Costa, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Marin and Sonoma counties, can track storms with higher resolution and faster updates than the current National Weather Service radar stations. The stations also provide updated images every 1 to 2 minutes, instead of 5 to 7 minutes. The Advanced Quantitative Precipitation Information (AQPI) project has been under development, construction and testing since 2018 and is the first of its kind in the state. Funding for the project came from the state Department of Water Resources.
Related Articles
Cameras capture rare meteorite sightings across United States
Experts warn of rare meteorite sightings across the United States, which have prompted concerns but emphasize the dangers of rapid ascent and persistent weather conditions.
Suffield Is Hiring For Public Works Position
The Town of Suffield is hiring a full-time employee for its Public Works department, focusing on improving accessibility, efficiency, and effectiveness.
Arizona loses 90% of snowpack in three weeks after record heat
A new airborne survey reveals that Arizona lost 90% of its snowpack in three weeks following a record-breaking heat wave, impacting the state's water supply.