Wild Weather: Lightning and Hail Strike Southern California

Surprise Storm Hits Southern California

• ⚡ Lightning struck parts of Southern California, even causing a fire on the roof of a home.
• ⚠️ Firefighters responded quickly to the lightning-induced fire, saving the home from major damage.
• 🌧️ A sudden downpour soaked many roads, and some areas experienced hail.

Beach Closures and Safety Warnings

• 🏖️ Several Southern California beaches were closed for safety reasons due to the storm's lightning danger.
• 🌊 Authorities in Long Beach closed the beach for a period due to lightning activity and heavy rain.
• ⚠️ The National Weather Service issued warnings for rip currents along the coast, which can quickly pull swimmers or surfers away from shore.

Hail and Flood Advisories

• 🧊 Hail was reported in some areas, adding to the unusual weather conditions.
• 💧 Flood advisories were in effect for areas like Murrieta, highlighting the significant rainfall.
• 🌊 The storm brought pounding pellets of rain, creating hazardous conditions.