California Storms: Floods, Mudslides, and Power Outages on Christmas

Severe Weather Impacts California

• ⛈️ California experienced strong storms, heavy showers, and isolated tornadoes throughout Christmas Day, impacting millions along the coast.
• ⚠️ The severe weather has led to numerous consequences, including blocked roads, mudslides, and rock slides.

Widespread Power Outages and Evacuations

• 💡 Approximately 100,000 people across the state lost power on Christmas due to the storms.
• ⛰️ The mountain community of Wrightwood, northeast of Los Angeles, is under an evacuation order for 5,000 residents and is cut off due to rock slides and mudslides.

Forecast and Flood Risk

• 🌧️ The forecast indicates more rain into the overnight hours and through Friday for the Los Angeles area.
• 🌊 This additional rainfall on already waterlogged soil is expected to heighten the flood risk.