"A fast-moving atmospheric river is barreling toward Southern California this week and could bring heavy rain, and with it, a risk of flooding and debris flows in recently burned areas. The expected rainfall could also help lower the risk of a deadly fire season in the region this year. The storm is expected to arrive in Northern California on Wednesday and reach Southern California on Thursday, according to the National Weather Service."
"Thursday: The storm system is expected to land in Southern California on Thursday, dumping about 0.1 to 0.2 inches of rain across L.A. County through the day. On Thursday night, the coasts and valleys could get an additional 0.75 to 1.5 inches, with higher amounts of rain - between 1.25 to 1.75 inches - in the mountains and foothills. Friday: The coasts and valleys could get 0.5 to 1 inch of rain during the day while the mountains could get 0.75 to 2 inches."
A fast-moving atmospheric river will arrive in Northern California Wednesday and reach Southern California Thursday, bringing multi-day heavy rain through Sunday. Coasts and valleys could receive about 2 to 2.35 inches total, while mountains may get 3 to 5 inches. Daily forecasts show lighter rain Thursday, heavier overnight into Friday and sustained showers through Saturday, tapering Sunday. Strong winds are possible, with peak gusts near 50 mph in areas such as the Grapevine and I-5 corridor. Flooding and debris-flow risk exists, especially in recently burned watersheds. The rainfall will also help reduce wildfire risk later in the season.
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