A trio of storms is moving across Southern California, bringing colder temperatures and significant rainfall, plus snow in the mountains. Here are the latest updates.
A powerful storm system delivered heavy rain, flooding and mountain snow across Southern California on Monday, triggering roadway rescues, dangerous driving conditions and concerns about mudflows in recent burn areas.
Snow fell rapidly in the San Bernardino Mountains, where plows worked into the night to keep roads passable as conditions deteriorated. Meanwhile, widespread rain drenched communities from the coast to inland neighborhoods, overwhelming drainage systems and flooding streets. In Commerce, drivers attempting to navigate standing water were caught in quickly rising floodwaters. One motorist had to be pulled through her car's driver's side window as water poured into the vehicle. Storm drains struggled across the region, creating backups and hazardous conditions. Along the coast, high surf battered shorelines as strong winds swept through the area. While no tornadoes were reported, the storm still caused pockets of damage. In Crestline, a massive falling tree struck a car, sending four people to the hospital in a frighteningly close call. In mountain foothill communities, concerns persisted about mud and debris flows in burn zones where vegetation has yet to fully return. 'It's probably not deep-rooted yet, but fingers crossed that it all holds up. And they just cleaned out the catch basin up there, so that's a good thing, too,' said Kitty Johnson of Hastings Ranch. Time-lapse video from catch basins in Malibu and Sierra Madre showed water levels rapidly rising and receding as the storm moved through. Another round of rain is expected, raising the likelihood of additional challenges during the morning commute. Local agencies urged residents to use caution on roadways, monitor weather alerts and prepare for continued wet conditions as the next phase of the storm approaches.
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