Los Angeles County leaders warn of heavy rain, possible evacuations in burn areas
Residents in burn areas should remain on high alert as Southern California prepares for what is forecast to be the heaviest storm of the season so far, with potential impacts and evacuations in the fire burn zones,
Evacuation warnings issued in Southern California as heavy rain brings threat of mudslides in areas scarred by wildfires
For the second time this year, Southern Californians are evacuating their homes as heavy rain threatens new destruction in areas still recovering from last month’s devastating wildfires.
Evacuation warnings issued in burn zones as major rainstorm slams into L.A.
Crews have rushed to clear out basins designed to catch mud, rocks and other debris from tumbling into neighborhoods as damaging rains approach.
LA County residents to face evacuation warnings due to risks of mudslides and debris flows
With heavy rain bringing the risk of dangerous debris flows, the Los Angeles Fire Department has announced evacuation warnings — and mandatory evacuation orders for some specific addresses — in areas recently burned by wildfires.
Heavy rain and risk of ‘life-threatening’ debris flows prompt evacuation warnings in LA fire areas as snow hits the Midwest
Two significant storms are hitting two different parts of the country at the same time as a frenzied weather pattern shows no signs of stopping.
Heavy rain, expected flooding lead to evacuations in LA, OC
A flood watch is in effect for Los Angeles as a storm continues to soak Southern California. The incoming rain has forced officials to issue evacuation orders in LA County and voluntary evacuation warnings in Orange County.
Officials implement public safety measures as threatening rainstorms hit the Southern California region
At a news conference on Wednesday morning, officials are expected to provide information about public measures and proactive preparedness in the Los Angeles region, ahead of heavy rainfall.
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