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Rainy California Forecast, Chita Rivera's Farewell, Universal's Epic Tease
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Centrist Chronicle
February 01, 2024
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This week, the West Coast of the United States is bracing for an intense weather event known as an atmospheric river, which is expected to bring heavy rainfall and strong winds, impacting millions. This particular weather system referred to as a "Pineapple Express" due to its Hawaiian origins, stretches over 3,000 miles. It's anticipated to move southward from British Columbia, Canada, reaching Northern California today and extending to Southern California by tomorrow, before progressing towards Arizona over the weekend.
A Pineapple Express is capable of delivering up to 5 inches of rain in California within a day, and some coastal regions are predicted to receive more than 8 inches over the week. In higher terrain areas, such as the Sierra Nevada, there is a possibility of 1-3 feet of snowfall. Additionally, there is a forecast for a second atmospheric river storm, which could hit California by Sunday, aligning with the Grammy Awards weekend, and continue into the early part of next week.
Despite the severity of these storms, officials have assured the public that there is no current risk of a megaflood, an event not seen since 1861, which lasted 45 days and resulted in the formation of a lake in California's Central Valley.
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Yesterday, renowned Broadway actress Chita Rivera, famed for her groundbreaking role as Anita in the 1957 production of "West Side Story," passed away in New York due to a recent illness. She was 91 years old.
Rivera's illustrious career, which spanned over seven decades, began in Washington, DC. She played pivotal roles in numerous musicals, including "Bye Bye Birdie," "Chicago," and "The Rink." Her journey into the performing arts started with extensive ballet training during her teenage years, leading to her debut as the principal dancer in the 1952 production of "Call Me Madam." Rivera's exceptional talents in dancing, singing, and acting garnered her 10 Tony Award nominations, a record for a musical performer, and she won two of these prestigious awards. In 2002, she became the first Latina to be honored with the Kennedy Center Honors, and in 2009, she was the first Latina to receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
In separate news, Hinton Battle, a distinguished performer who won three Tony Awards for his work as a dancer, singer, and director, died on Sunday due to undisclosed reasons. He was 67 years old.
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Universal Orlando Resort recently unveiled the inaugural glimpse of one of the five new themed areas set to debut at its Universal Epic Universe park, alongside confirming the themes for three other lands.
This past Tuesday, the NBCUniversal-operated theme park and resort in Florida showcased Celestial Park. This area is designed to offer a true "park" experience, featuring verdant, flourishing gardens, sparkling waterways, and pathways ideal for leisurely walks. The park's design draws inspiration from both astronomical elements and mythological architecture. Additionally, Universal Orlando Resort confirmed the themes for three other areas within Epic Universe, beyond the already announced Super Nintendo World. These new lands include The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Ministry of Magic, How to Train Your Dragon — Isle of Berk, and Dark Universe.