“Atmospheric river” continues to rage across the Central Valley

Andy Haussler, Assistant City Manager

Andy Haussler andrewh@cityofclovis.com

March 14, 2023 - 17 years ago, I began the process of competing for a position to work at the City of Clovis.

J.T. Gomez jt21gomez@gmail.com

March 14, 2023 - Thunderstorms are just the latest natural hazard that has hit the Valley as of late, as even more rain and storms appear to be on the horizon.

The “atmospheric river” that has

11 recently hit across Central California has been “unprecedented” according to several sources including the National Weather Service.

Many safety warnings have been given, and dangers have surrounded daily lives including closed roads, flooding, downed trees and powerlines and subsequent electrical blackouts causing further danger and even support from public shelters provided by the likes of the Red Cross.

It was reported that with winds up to 40 MPH, thunderstorms that rage across the Valley will have

See WEATHER, Pg. 5

I joined the City in a non-management position with the principal task of bringing additional resources to Clovis’ neighborhoods through grants for infrastructure, housing, and business development.

It was a bit of a risky move for me as it was a perceived step-down

See HAUSSLER, Pg. 5