Southern California Faces More Rain After Record Wet November

Record Rainfall and Flood Warnings

• 🌧️ Southern California experienced its wettest November on record since the mid-1980s, with several days of continuous rain.
• ⚠️ A flood advisory was in effect for most of the weekend, though LA County officials lifted evacuation warnings by Sunday night.
• 🌊 Despite heavy rain, major flooding was minimal, with exceptions including flooded streets and toppled trees.

Mudslide and Debris Risks

• ⛰️ Officials are warning about the possibility of rock and mudslides, especially in burn scar areas where foliage has been stripped.
• 🚨 Evacuation orders and flood warnings were issued for residents in burn areas like Pacific Palisades and Altadena, urging them to remain alert for debris dangers.
• 🚧 Crews are working to shore up hillsides and clear rocks and debris from roads, with some roads like Topanga Canyon Boulevard remaining closed.

Storm Impacts and Preparations

• 🚗 Reports included vehicles stuck in flooded intersections and trees uprooted, with one instance crushing a car.
• 🏔️ The storm brought about 2 inches of snow to local mountains, requiring chains for travel in the San Bernardino Mountains.
• 🛠️ Infrastructure, including K-rails, has been prepared for potential further rainfall, with officials having been preparing for weeks.

Lingering Effects and Future Forecast

• 💨 Dark clouds, wind, and cold temperatures are rolling into areas like Malibu, with more rain expected later today.
• 🕳️ The storm has caused numerous potholes, with at least 10 drivers reporting tire damage along PCH near Tuna Canyon.
• ☣️ Ocean water quality advisories are in effect due to elevated bacteria levels after the storm, with testing to provide a clearer picture soon.