"Peak rainfall in parts of the region is expected to reach as high as 1.5 inches per hour, according to the National Weather Service. The foothills and mountains south of Point Conception, which include parts of Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, are projected to receive up to nine inches (25 centimeters) of rain by 10 p.m. local time on Christmas Eve. The rain will continue to fall on Thursday, Christmas Day, and a total of 14 inches could soak the region (35 centimeters) by Friday."
"'Severe, widespread flash flooding is expected,' the US Weather Prediction Center said in a forecast early Wednesday. 'Lives and property are in great danger.' Coastal regions of Southern California will receive multiple months' worth of rain in a span of one to three days, according to AccuWeather."
Southern California faces a powerful winter storm producing intense rainfall, dangerous flash flooding, and the risk of rock and mudslides. Peak rainfall may reach 1.5 inches per hour with foothills and mountains south of Point Conception receiving up to nine inches by 10 p.m. on Christmas Eve. Rain will continue through Christmas Day, with totals possibly reaching 14 inches by Friday. The US Weather Prediction Center warns of severe widespread flash flooding and imminent danger to lives and property. Coastal areas could receive multiple months' worth of rain in one to three days. Evacuations, road closures, airport delays, and flight cancellations are possible, and officials advise avoiding driving through floodwaters.
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