The California storms -- pummeling the state for more than two weeks - are the most deadly natural disasters in modern history.
As the number evacuations in Monterey County grow because of the rising river, state and federal emergency officials are scrambling to help residents throughout storm-ravaged California.
As of Friday, 6,000 Californians were under evacuation order and another 20,000 people were without power. She added that the state has gotten emergency response resources, including the National Guard to the Santa Barbara area to assist in clearing debris and preparing for the next round of storms.
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