Southern California Braces for Strong Weekend Storm with Flood and Debris Flow Risks

Weekend Storm Forecast

• 🌧️ Widespread rain is expected across Southern California starting Friday night and continuing through the weekend, with heavier downpours than experienced earlier in the week.
• 🗓️ Both Saturday and Sunday will see waves of rain, with Saturday's rain primarily midday and afternoon, and Sunday's more widespread activity occurring late day into the evening.
• 🌡️ High temperatures will generally be in the low 60s for both Saturday and Sunday.

Potential Hazards

• ⚠️ An evacuation warning has been issued for the Sunset Fire burn area in the city of LA, effective Saturday at 10:00 a.m., due to the risk of flooding and debris flows.
• ⚠️ Residents in Sierra Madre are concerned about mudslides, with many prepared to evacuate their homes.
• ⚠️ Storm hazards for those traveling this weekend include debris in the roads and the potential for fallen trees.

Rainfall Totals and Flood Risk

• 💧 Many areas are expected to receive 1 to 2 inches of rain over the weekend, with mountains and foothills potentially receiving more.
• 🌊 While a flood watch is not in effect due to the rain not being as heavy as previous systems, minor flood issues and mudslides in mountainous areas are still possible, especially given saturated ground conditions.
• 🚗 The ground is already saturated, meaning any additional rain will likely result in runoff immediately upon hitting the surface.