BREAKING: Flash Flood Warning issued for areas near Ventura County.
, a Flood Watch will go into effect from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. The entire community of Montecito and surrounding canyons scarred by recent wildfires were under an evacuation order that came on the fifth anniversary of a mudslide that killed 23 people and destroyed more than 100 homes in the coastal enclave.
Drivers should expect flooding along sections of northbound 101 throughout Summerland and Montecito, with intermittent closures and on/off-ramp closures, authorities said.Authorities recommend schools close Tuesday to limit traffic of students and staff. Check with your local school districts to see if your school will be open or closed.
According to the National Weather Service, the most precipitation is expected late Monday and into Tuesday.For theThe weather service said guidance indicates "good confidence in a strong and powerful storm." Rainfall amounts were on track for 2-4 inches for the coast and valleys, and up to 4-8 inches in the mountains.
Gusts of up to 65 mph were predicted for the Los Angeles County mountains Sunday night, and up to 70 mph Monday. The snow level could drop to 6,000 feet Tuesday.California braces for more rain, storms, potential floods
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