Southern California is preparing for a winter storm bringing rain and snow after weeks of critical fire weather. While welcomed, the rain raises concerns about mudslides and land movement in recent burn scar areas. The storm is expected to bring heavy rain and snow, with potential for flash flooding and debris flows. Officials are warning residents in Altadena and Malibu of heightened risks due to wildfire burn scars.
After weeks of critical fire weather, Southern California braced for a winter storm that will bring widespread rain and mountain snow to the region. While wet weather is often welcomed in the region, there is concern of possible mudslides and land movement in recent burn scar areas. Get the latest updates below. 5 a.m.: The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department issued a warning for residents in Altadena and Malibu. Due to recent wildfires, the areas are at high risk for mud and rockslides.
Snow levels are around 4000 feet, and travel could be very difficult, impacting the Monday morning commute.Additionally, a winter weather advisory is in effect for the same time frame, for the Western San Gabriel Mountains and Highway 14 Corridor, as well as the Santa Barbara County Interior Mountains and Ventura County Mountains. Snow accumulations up to 8 inches are expected, with gusty winds potentially bringing down tree branches.
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