Evacuation warnings issued in Southern California for potential storm debris flows
Hillsides along Pacific Coast Highway have been covered with plastic in anticipation of heavy rain on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025. Officials warn that mudslides and flooding may occur over the next several days in the fire-burn areas. (Photo by David Crane, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
Heavy rain and risk of 'life-threatening' debris flows prompt evacuation warnings in Los Angeles
Evacuation warnings have been issued in parts of Los Angeles County ravaged by deadly wildfires last month, as Southern California's most significant storm in more than a year stokes fears of life-threatening debris flows and a high risk of mudslides.
Los Angeles County leaders warn of heavy rain, possible evacuations in burn areas
Residents in burn areas should remain on high alert as Southern California prepares for what is forecast to be the heaviest storm of the season so far, and which could prompt evacuations, officials said Wednesday,
Evacuation warnings issued in burn zones as major rainstorm slams into L.A.
Crews have rushed to clear out basins designed to catch mud, rocks and other debris from tumbling into neighborhoods as damaging rains approach.
Heavy rain, expected flooding lead to evacuations in LA, OC
A flood watch is in effect for Los Angeles as a storm continues to soak Southern California. The incoming rain has forced officials to issue evacuation orders in LA County and voluntary evacuation warnings in Orange County.
Weather service says storm could bring high risk of debris flows to Los Angeles County burn areas
A storm starting overnight Tuesday in California is expected to bring a high risk of debris flows later this week to the burn areas from the Los Angeles County fires. Between 2 and 3 inches of rain is expected to fall in the Palisades Fire area and between 3.
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