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Los Angeles's Next Big Disaster Threat

California is unprepared for deadly mudslides and debris flows that follow winter storms after wildfires.

Saturated California gets more rain and snow, but so far escapes severe damage it saw only weeks ago

California faces flooding threat from winter storms causing rainfall and strong winds, with potential for mudslides and flash flooding.
The region is saturated with rain, causing evacuations, road closures, and flight disruptions due to flooding and mudslide risks.

Los Angeles's Next Big Disaster Threat

California is unprepared for deadly mudslides and debris flows that follow winter storms after wildfires.

Saturated California gets more rain and snow, but so far escapes severe damage it saw only weeks ago

California faces flooding threat from winter storms causing rainfall and strong winds, with potential for mudslides and flash flooding.
The region is saturated with rain, causing evacuations, road closures, and flight disruptions due to flooding and mudslide risks.
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After Helene, searches continue for scores of loved ones unaccounted for after devastating storm

Hurricane Helene caused devastating mudslides in North Carolina, leading to numerous fatalities and many people unaccounted for, highlighting extreme weather challenges.

Death toll in southern Ethiopia mudslides rises to at least 157 as search continues

Rescue efforts following mudslides in Ethiopia lead to at least 157 deaths.
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Another storm is expected to hit Presidents Day weekend. How much rain could we get?

Another storm is expected to hit Southern California during Presidents Day weekend, bringing the possibility of more flooding and mudslides.
Los Angeles County is expected to receive 1.5 to 3 inches of rain during the storm, with mountain areas potentially getting 2 to 4 inches.

Another storm pounds Los Angeles County, triggering flood watch and fears of mudslides

Ground saturation increases risk of mudslides and floods in Los Angeles County.
L.A. area experiencing unusually high rainfall for February.

Second powerful storm in days blows into California, sparking warnings of hurricane-force winds

California is bracing for a dangerous storm with hurricane-force winds, flooding, and mudslides.
Evacuation orders and warnings are in effect for multiple counties, with schools closed in Santa Barbara County.

Brutal storm will make direct hit on L.A. County; people urged to avoid driving if possible

Officials are urging people to stay off roads in Los Angeles County due to concerns about flooding and mudslides.
The forecast for rain totals in Los Angeles County has worsened, with some areas expected to receive up to 10 inches of rain.

President Biden, in Speakerphone Call to Los Angeles Mayor, Promises Aid

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass received a call from President Biden during a news conference on the storm hitting the city.
The president assured the mayor that help would be sent as soon as requested and commended the city's operation.

Historic storm sends debris through LA's Hollywood Hills and leaves 1.1 million without power

A historic storm in Los Angeles caused severe flooding and mudslides
Over one million people were without power

Another storm is expected to hit Presidents Day weekend. How much rain could we get?

Another storm is expected to hit Southern California during Presidents Day weekend, bringing the possibility of more flooding and mudslides.
Los Angeles County is expected to receive 1.5 to 3 inches of rain during the storm, with mountain areas potentially getting 2 to 4 inches.

Another storm pounds Los Angeles County, triggering flood watch and fears of mudslides

Ground saturation increases risk of mudslides and floods in Los Angeles County.
L.A. area experiencing unusually high rainfall for February.

Second powerful storm in days blows into California, sparking warnings of hurricane-force winds

California is bracing for a dangerous storm with hurricane-force winds, flooding, and mudslides.
Evacuation orders and warnings are in effect for multiple counties, with schools closed in Santa Barbara County.

Brutal storm will make direct hit on L.A. County; people urged to avoid driving if possible

Officials are urging people to stay off roads in Los Angeles County due to concerns about flooding and mudslides.
The forecast for rain totals in Los Angeles County has worsened, with some areas expected to receive up to 10 inches of rain.

President Biden, in Speakerphone Call to Los Angeles Mayor, Promises Aid

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass received a call from President Biden during a news conference on the storm hitting the city.
The president assured the mayor that help would be sent as soon as requested and commended the city's operation.

Historic storm sends debris through LA's Hollywood Hills and leaves 1.1 million without power

A historic storm in Los Angeles caused severe flooding and mudslides
Over one million people were without power
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Monster storm triggered hundreds of mudslides across Los Angeles. Why do they happen?

Southern California has experienced hundreds of mudslides due to heavy rainfall from a recent storm.
Areas on or near hillsides that have been charred by wildfires are particularly prone to mudslides.

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Mudslides in Southern California
Nevada as next state for presidential nominating contests
Dartmouth reinstating SAT and ACT testing requirements

Another wet weekend as new storm hits Southern California. How long will it rain?

Milder winter storm in Southern California this weekend
Potential for isolated heavy rain, mudslides, and rockslides

The rain's not over - a new storm is brewing for SoCal next week. How much rain could we get?

Southern California is anticipating another storm next week with rain amounts between 0.25 and 1 inch, potentially up to 3 inches.
Areas such as Topanga Canyon, Bel-Air, and La Cañada Flintridge have already received significant rainfall, causing issues like mudslides and fallen trees.

Mudslides, drowned highways, upended homes: Scenes from Southern California's atmospheric river

Hillsides and canyon neighborhoods in Southern California bore the brunt of the powerful storm, triggering mudslides and evacuations.
Emergency response teams have been deployed to handle the situation and ensure public safety.

Monster storm triggered hundreds of mudslides across Los Angeles. Why do they happen?

Southern California has experienced hundreds of mudslides due to heavy rainfall from a recent storm.
Areas on or near hillsides that have been charred by wildfires are particularly prone to mudslides.

Morning news brief

Mudslides in Southern California
Nevada as next state for presidential nominating contests
Dartmouth reinstating SAT and ACT testing requirements

Another wet weekend as new storm hits Southern California. How long will it rain?

Milder winter storm in Southern California this weekend
Potential for isolated heavy rain, mudslides, and rockslides

The rain's not over - a new storm is brewing for SoCal next week. How much rain could we get?

Southern California is anticipating another storm next week with rain amounts between 0.25 and 1 inch, potentially up to 3 inches.
Areas such as Topanga Canyon, Bel-Air, and La Cañada Flintridge have already received significant rainfall, causing issues like mudslides and fallen trees.

Mudslides, drowned highways, upended homes: Scenes from Southern California's atmospheric river

Hillsides and canyon neighborhoods in Southern California bore the brunt of the powerful storm, triggering mudslides and evacuations.
Emergency response teams have been deployed to handle the situation and ensure public safety.
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#los-angeles

As rain pelts soggy Southern California, residents are urged to stay vigilant for mudslides

Residents were encouraged to stay vigilant for mudslides, with flash flood warnings in place for Los Angeles.
Damage from the storm was relatively limited, with downed trees and flooded freeway ramps reported.

Historic storm sends debris through LA's Hollywood Hills and leaves 1.1 million without power

Dangerous storm hits Los Angeles, causing flash flooding and mudslides.
Record-breaking rainfall leads to power outages for over a million people in California.

Record rainfall, triple-digit winds, hundreds of mudslides. Here's California's storm by the numbers

Downtown Los Angeles received over 8 inches of rain in four days, making it the 13th wettest February on record.
Other locations in Los Angeles County also received over a foot of rain during the storm.

As rain pelts soggy Southern California, residents are urged to stay vigilant for mudslides

Residents were encouraged to stay vigilant for mudslides, with flash flood warnings in place for Los Angeles.
Damage from the storm was relatively limited, with downed trees and flooded freeway ramps reported.

Historic storm sends debris through LA's Hollywood Hills and leaves 1.1 million without power

Dangerous storm hits Los Angeles, causing flash flooding and mudslides.
Record-breaking rainfall leads to power outages for over a million people in California.

Record rainfall, triple-digit winds, hundreds of mudslides. Here's California's storm by the numbers

Downtown Los Angeles received over 8 inches of rain in four days, making it the 13th wettest February on record.
Other locations in Los Angeles County also received over a foot of rain during the storm.
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#california

Record rainfall, triple-digit winds, hundreds of mudslides. Here's California's storm by the numbers

Downtown Los Angeles received over 8 inches of rain in just three days, more than half of its annual average.
Bel Air and several other locations in Los Angeles County received over a foot of rain in the same three-day period.

For California, One of the Most Dramatic Weather Days'

California experiences severe storm with strong winds and rain, leaving hundreds of thousands without power.
Forecasters warn that the worst may still be ahead for California, with more rain and potential mudslides expected.

In Los Angeles, a Growing Sense That Historic' Weather Is Becoming Normal

Extreme weather events in California, such as storms and mudslides, may be becoming more frequent and severe due to climate change.

Record rainfall, triple-digit winds, hundreds of mudslides. Here's California's storm by the numbers

Downtown Los Angeles received a record-breaking amount of rain during the storm, with over 7 inches in just two days.
Other locations in Los Angeles County also experienced significant rainfall, with some areas receiving nearly a foot of rain.

Mud and debris are flowing down hillsides across California. What causes the slides?

California experiences dangerous mudslides during rainstorms, known as debris flows
The state is prone to mudslides due to its young mountains and loose rocks and soil

Record rainfall, triple-digit winds, hundreds of mudslides. Here's California's storm by the numbers

Downtown Los Angeles received over 8 inches of rain in just three days, more than half of its annual average.
Bel Air and several other locations in Los Angeles County received over a foot of rain in the same three-day period.

For California, One of the Most Dramatic Weather Days'

California experiences severe storm with strong winds and rain, leaving hundreds of thousands without power.
Forecasters warn that the worst may still be ahead for California, with more rain and potential mudslides expected.

In Los Angeles, a Growing Sense That Historic' Weather Is Becoming Normal

Extreme weather events in California, such as storms and mudslides, may be becoming more frequent and severe due to climate change.

Record rainfall, triple-digit winds, hundreds of mudslides. Here's California's storm by the numbers

Downtown Los Angeles received a record-breaking amount of rain during the storm, with over 7 inches in just two days.
Other locations in Los Angeles County also experienced significant rainfall, with some areas receiving nearly a foot of rain.

Mud and debris are flowing down hillsides across California. What causes the slides?

California experiences dangerous mudslides during rainstorms, known as debris flows
The state is prone to mudslides due to its young mountains and loose rocks and soil
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Mudslide concerns prompt Topanga Canyon evacuation warning ahead of storm

Officials issue evacuation warning for Topanga Canyon residents ahead of heavy rainfall.
One to two inches of rain expected to drench Topanga Canyon on Monday.
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