California on High Alert: Christmas Storm Brings Flood Warning and Mudslide Threat
Peak rainfall in parts of the region is expected to reach as high as 1.5 inches per hour, according to the National Weather Service. | World News
A powerful winter storm is bearing down on Southern California, threatening to disrupt holiday travel plans and putting lives and property at risk. The National Weather Service predicts intense rainfall, with peak rates reaching 1.5 inches per hour, and totals of up to 14 inches by Friday. The US Weather Prediction Center has issued a severe flash flooding warning, cautioning that widespread flooding could be catastrophic. Coastal regions are expected to receive a month's worth of rain in just 72 hours, while Los Angeles County residents in high-risk areas have been ordered to evacuate due to the risk of mudslides. Authorities are bracing for possible road closures, airport delays, and flight cancellations. Residents are advised to exercise extreme caution when driving and avoid flooded roadways altogether. The storm's impact is expected to be felt throughout Christmas Day and into the weekend.
