News Summary
Los Angeles is expecting significant rainfall this week, with forecasts predicting up to 3 inches in mountainous areas. The National Weather Service warns of minor flooding risks and advises residents to prepare for potential flash floods, especially near burn scars. Wind gusts may reach 40 mph, and temperatures will drop into the 60s. As officials distribute sandbags in vulnerable areas, residents are urged to stay informed as conditions develop.
Los Angeles is facing an early-season storm this week, with the most significant rainfall expected on Tuesday. The National Weather Service has forecasted “widespread and beneficial” rainfall across the region, indicating that while minor flooding is possible, it should be manageable. This storm is considered unusual for this time of year due to the presence of an unusually deep low-pressure system.
According to meteorologists, rainfall amounts for Los Angeles and Ventura counties are projected to be between 0.5 to 1.5 inches, with up to 3 inches possible in mountainous areas. Nearby San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties could see 1 to 2 inches of rain, and mountain regions in those areas might receive as much as 4 inches. During the storm’s peak, rainfall is expected to fall at a rate between 0.10 to 0.33 inches per hour, primarily between 3 a.m. and 9 p.m. on Tuesday.
This early-season storm is critical for many residents, as Los Angeles typically relies on multiple such storms to effectively prepare for wildfire season. Though the rainfall is beneficial, residents should be cautious as minor flooding is anticipated on some roads, especially those near previously burned areas. The risk of flash flooding and debris flows is heightened in these burn scar regions.
The storm is accompanied by a 10% to 20% chance of thunderstorms, including a “remote risk” of severe storms that may produce strong winds or even a tornado. Wind gusts from the southwest could reach between 20 to 40 mph, contributing further to the dynamic weather conditions.
Temperature drops are expected, with forecasts indicating highs between 60 to 70 degrees during this storm. In mountain areas, cooler weather conditions could even lead to light snowfall. As a precautionary measure, city officials in areas affected by previous wildfires, such as Sierra Madre, have prepared by distributing sandbags to residents to mitigate the risk of debris flows.
A Flood Watch has been issued for several counties including Los Angeles, Ventura, Riverside, and Orange, highlighting the areas that could be significantly affected by this storm. Preparations are in place to address the challenges that may arise due to this rainfall. Residents are encouraged to stay informed and take necessary precautions as the storm develops.
As this weather system unfolds, meteorologists and local officials will continue to monitor conditions closely. The impact of this storm will be closely observed, particularly as it arrives earlier in the season than typical rainfall events in the region.
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Additional Resources
- ABC7: Los Angeles Weather
- Wikipedia: Weather
- LA Times: Storm Expected to Soak Southern California
- Google Search: Southern California Weather
- CBS News: Southern California Rainstorm
- Google Scholar: Southern California Weather
- KTLA: Winter-Like Storm Coming to Southern California
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Weather
- Weather.com: Los Angeles 10-Day Forecast
- Google News: Southern California Weather News
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