A pair of storms pummeling the Pacific Northwest threaten flooding, avalanches and 'sting jets' – intense and destructive low-level winds.

National Weather Service forecasts suggest that through the weekend, about 1 to 3 inches of rain will fall around the coast, including around 2 inches for Seattle.

January was unusually dry in Washington and Oregon. An atmospheric river barreling toward the region looks to make February much wetter.

An atmospheric river is beginning to affect western portions of Washington and Oregon and continuing into Tuesday. This will bring the potential for urban and river flooding impacts. Hurricane Hunters are continuing reconnaissance missions into the storm.

Get ready for a soaking this weekend. Rain returns to the Pacific Northwest as storms push through the region, dropping inches of rain.