Wet Weekend Ahead: Bay Area Braces for Heavy Rain

Get ready, Bay Area! A huge storm is on the way, and it's set to dump a lot of rain. The northern part took the brunt on Wednesday and Thursday, with places like Santa Rosa and Guerneville getting soaked. But hold on tight, because Friday is going to be a soggy day for the East Bay, Peninsula, and South Bay too. Meteorologists are keeping an eye on a powerful "bomb cyclone" out in the Pacific. It's been sending heavy rain to some parts, but others are still waiting. That's changing soon. By Friday, the rain will spread out and become even more intense. Some parts of the Bay Area might see up to 5 inches of rain. That's a lot! Plus, there'll be strong winds and high waves along the coast. So, it's not the best time for a swim or a boat ride. Snow lovers will also be happy. The Sierra Nevada is expecting snow, with chain controls likely for mountain trips. It's going to be a wild weekend! The storm should ease off a bit on Saturday, but it might rain again on Sunday and next week.