5 things to know about mudslide risk as major rains hit Los Angeles County
When hills are healthy, vegetation anchors soil in place. But when that vegetation is burned off, hillsides become vulnerable ...
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What makes this week's storm a big deal?
Mudslide risk: Debris flows can be triggered at recent burns scars by half an inch of rain falling in one hour. The Weather Service is forecasting that as much as one inch of rain could fall in one ...
Rain and snow to elevate flood risk in California
A storm is expected to bring significant rainfall to Southern California, which could lead to the elevated risk of flash ...
Los Angeles County leaders warn of heavy rain, possible evacuations after region’s wildfires
Residents in burn scar areas should be ready to evacuate if needed. City and county agencies have readied streets for debris ...
Hazardous weather stretches across U.S. with snow, ice, rain and flooding
On Wednesday, the second in trio of storms this week will bring accumulating snow to the Rockies, Plains and Midwest before ...