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Where and when rain is forecast to hit wildfire burn scars across the Los Angeles area
Forecasters released a breakdown Tuesday of where and when heavy rainfall this week is expected to hit areas of Southern California left burn-scarred by recent wildfires, raising the risk of potentially dangerous debris flows in those parts of the region.
Good news for Southern California wildfires: Rain in forecast (but there's a catch)
If the rain falls at a steady, lighter rate, Southern California could be in good shape. That could mean enough rain to help ease the firefighting strain, but not enough to trigger another potential disaster. Heavier rain could mean the chance for flash flooding or mudslides over fresh burn scars.
Rain to slam Southern California Wednesday through Friday — could prompt mudslides, floods
Flames burned through brush and vegetation, reducing the soil’s ability to absorb water — allowing water to possibly flow quickly, picking up debris and creating dangerous mudslides, debris flows and flash flooding.
California Storm Could Bring Flooding, Mudslides—What We Know About The State’s Strongest Storm Of The Winter
Forecasters are concerned the storm could bring mudslides in and near areas scorched by the Palisades and Eaton fires.
Snow, wind and heaviest rain of season expected to hit Southern California
Snow, wind and the heaviest rain event of the season is expected this week in portions of Southern California prompting a flood watch warning.
Powerful Rain Storm Set To Hit Southern California
Southern California is preparing for its most powerful winter storm yet after months of dry conditions. This marks the third major storm to hit the region in less than a month, and meteorologists warn that heavy rainfall and strong winds are on the way.
California wildfires lose steam but welcomed rain brings different threats
Much-needed rain has begun to fall over Southern California, bringing relief to the drought-stricken region but also the ...
Trio of storms threatens nearly every weather hazard, including ‘life-threatening’ debris flows in LA fire burn areas
National Weather Service forecasters today warned of a strong storm system is making its way toward Los Angeles, saying that ...
Heavy Rains Could Trigger Mudslides in Fire-Ravaged Southern California
Moisture sweeping down the coast will drench much of California, including areas that burned severely just a month ago.
Snow and freezing rain pummel the mid-Atlantic while California prepares for likely flooding
Snow, sleet and freezing rain were expected to continue pummeling the central Appalachians and mid-Atlantic states Wednesday, while California readied for a storm that could flood areas ravaged by the ...
Southern California is about to get its first rain in months. Here’s what it means for the fires
A small amount of rain is in the forecast for the region beginning late Friday through early Saturday, a much anticipated ...
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Firefighters battling LA fires as rain expected to come soon
Over 1,100 firefighters had been “strategically pre-positioned” across Southern California to address the "ongoing critical fire weather," according to Cal Fire. Los Angeles County Fire ...
How weather driven by climate change helped fuel the Southern California fires
Al Roker talks to climate scientist Alexander Gershunov about the conditions that made the L.A. wildfires so devastating.
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California fires updates: Sunday, Feb. 9
LOS ANGELES - It's officially been more than one month since the start of the deadly Eaton and Palisades fires in Los Angeles ...
Rain forecasts bring relief as California fires blaze, but there's a chance of mudslides
Projected rainfall in Southern California could bring much-needed relief to crews battling deadly wildfires and also fears for potential mudslides.