SoCal Weather: Flood Advisory Amid Second Storm System and Heavy Rain Impacts

Current Weather and Break in Rain

• 🌧️ Southern California is experiencing a temporary pause from the intense atmospheric river that brought heavy rain over the weekend.
• 💡 Light precipitation is still present across the region, with showery conditions continuing, particularly in areas like Oxnard and Santa Barbara.
• ⚠️ Despite the break, streets remain slick, and dangerous driving conditions persist due to lingering moisture.

Weekend Storm Impacts

• 🌊 Significant rainfall totals were recorded over the past five days, with some areas receiving just under 5 inches.
• 🚗 The atmospheric river caused street flooding, stalled vehicles in deep water, and created low visibility on major freeways, leading to dangerous driving conditions.
• 🌲 Heavy rain uprooted trees, causing damage to cars.
• 🏔️ Local mountains received snow, with chains required in the San Bernardino Mountains due to 2.5 inches of snow blanketing the roads, and more snow is expected at higher elevations.

Preparing for the Next Storm

• ⚠️ Residents are reminded that debris flows can occur even days after a major rainstorm, and vigilance is still required.
• 💧 City works crews are urging people to keep their rain gear and protective measures in place as another storm system is forecast for Monday into Tuesday.
• 📌 Burn scar areas in the Palisades and Altadena were areas of concern, but thankfully, no slides or movement were reported.

Rescues and Property Damage

• 🏊 Firefighters rescued a man clinging to the side of a channel filled with fast-moving rain water in Buena Park after he was swept over a mile.
• 💥 A viewer-submitted video shows apparent ceiling damage at an LA Fitness in Riverside, with part of the ceiling on the ground, though the gym reportedly remains open.