Southern California Airports Grounded by Thunderstorms, Severe Weather Warnings Issued

Severe Weather Impacts Southern California

• ⚡ Thunderstorms have prompted ground stops at major Southern California airports, including LAX, Long Beach, and John Wayne Airport.
• ⚠️ Severe thunderstorm warnings are in effect for the Antelope Valley, with threats of penny-size hail and gusts up to 60 miles per hour until 4 PM.
• 🚨 Flash flood warnings are active for Yucca Valley, 29 Palms, and parts of Palm Springs until 6 PM, with widespread shower activity also present.

Weather Details and Forecast

• 🌧️ The current thunderstorm activity is characterized by small, intense cells with heavy downpours, typical for afternoon storms.
• 💨 Strong gusts are expected with these cells, especially in areas experiencing thunderstorm activity, continuing into the evening.
• 🌡️ Temperatures are cooler in areas with active weather, but humidity makes it feel warmer than the thermometer indicates.

Extended Weather Outlook

• 🌦️ The threat of showers and thunderstorms is expected to continue for the deserts, mountains, and possibly the Inland Empire for the next couple of days.
• ☁️ Tomorrow morning will likely see low clouds and fog, followed by a renewed threat of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon.
• ☀️ Temperatures are forecast to be close to normal for most of Southern California throughout the week, with the Inland Empire experiencing mid-nineties and a slight chance of showers on Friday afternoon.