Residents across Southern California woke up to heavy rainstorm as a powerful system moved through the region, causing flooding, mudslides, and hazardous travel conditions.
Evacuations in Long Beach
9:00 a.m.: Heavy overnight rain forced evacuations in the 700 block of Rancho Drive near Cal State Long Beach. No injuries were reported.
Mudslide Closes Pacific Coast Highway
8:00 a.m.: Crews responded to a mudslide at Pacific Coast Highway and Big Rock Drive. The PCH remains closed indefinitely between Chautauqua Boulevard (Pacific Palisades) and Carbon Beach Terrace (Malibu) following this week’s storms.
Dangerous Commute Conditions
7:00 a.m.: Multiple accidents were reported due to heavy rainfall. Drivers are urged to allow extra time and use caution on wet roads.
Flood Advisory Issued
5:45 a.m.: A Flood Advisory was issued for Los Angeles and Ventura counties through 6:30 a.m. as excessive rainfall increased the risk of flash flooding.
Precautions & Next Steps
- Residents in rainstorm areas should remain alert and be ready to take action.
- Travelers should exercise caution and check road conditions before heading out.
- The National Weather Service advises calling 511 for the latest road closures and updates.
Stay safe and stay informed as the storm continues to impact the region.
Earlier this week, The National Weather Service (NWS) posted flash-flood watches for the entire region in anticipation of record amounts of rain in a short period of time, accompanied by strong gusty winds.
Rainfall up to 3-6 inches was forecast for most of the region’s coastal and valley areas through Monday, with 6-12 inches expected in the foothills and lower-elevation mountains.
“People need to start preparing now for a major flooding event,” the weather service said.
Forecasters said that with soil already saturated and streams running high from the storm that soaked the ground last week, the flood potential from the coming precipitation is higher than normal.
