L.A. staved off disaster this time. When will our luck run out as extreme weather worsens?Massive rainfall in Southern California caused the L.A. River to reach one-third of its capacity.A century of public works projects have lessened the flood threat in Southern California, but climate change presents new challenges.
A River Runs Through Los Angeles - 99% InvisibleThe LA River, once a natural waterway, has been transformed into a concrete channel with significant ecological impact.