TURN AROUND, DON'T DROWN: Los Angeles is experiencing severe weather with heavy rain and flood warnings. Residents are advised to stay indoors and avoid any unnecessary travel. The latest on the storm:
Evacuations
Eighteen people had to be rescued from the Ventura River near the 101 Freeway as rains and floodwaters trapped people on an island in the river.Mulholland Drive between Laurel Canyon Boulevard and Coldwater Canyon Drive closed until further notice 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.
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