"California on High Alert as Massive Storm Threatens Flooding and Mudslides"
TL;DR
Southern California is preparing for heavy rain and potential flooding as an atmospheric river brings moderate to heavy rain later this week, with the heaviest rainfall expected on Thursday and Friday. This storm, influenced by El-Niño, will be the region's largest rainstorm since Hurricane Hilary in August. Mudslides, power outages, and wet snow in higher elevation areas are also possible. A flood watch is in effect for an area where approximately 22 million people reside, including Los Angeles and San Diego.
- California braces for flooding, biggest rainstorm since Hilary USA TODAY
- Southern California Storm Updates: Heavy Rainfall Expected The New York Times
- California braces for heavy rain and possible flooding, mudslides: Latest forecast ABC News
- Slow-Moving Storm Poses Flood Threat To California | Weather.com The Weather Channel
- Ventura County issues evacuation warnings issued due to storm VC Star
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