News Summary A new wildfire, LAC-330814, has ignited in Los Angeles County, coinciding with significant rainfall and flood warnings due to a dissipated tropical storm. The cause of the fire remains unknown, as containment efforts are still underway. Flood watches are issued for many areas, particularly those with recent burn scars, while drought conditions persist despite the rainfall. Experts are forecasting another round of tropical weather next week, though the long-term outlook suggests potential drought conditions may continue. Los Angeles County Faces New Wildfire Amid Rain and Flood Warnings A new wildfire named LAC-330814 was reported at 12:45 p.m. on September 20, 2025, in Los Angeles County, California. This wildfire is currently burning on private land, but further details regarding its containment efforts are not yet available, and the cause of the fire has not been determined. This information was sourced from the National Interagency Fire Center. While the wildfire develops, Los Angeles County and surrounding areas are also grappling with significant rainfall brought on by a strong band of moisture from a dissipated tropical storm. This weather system, which arrives after a prolonged dry period, has resulted in measurable rainfall across much of Southern California. However, reports indicate that the rain has also led to minor localized flooding in several inland areas. Flood Alerts and Rainfall Accumulation A flood watch remains in effect for much of the region until early Friday, particularly focused on areas with recent burn scars. Meteorologists predict that heavier showers and thunderstorms will continue to develop throughout the day. Specifically, San Bernardino County has reported some of the heaviest rainfalls, leading to multiple mudslides that blocked roads, including Route 38 in Big Bear, and downed power lines in Oak Glen. Precipitation in populated areas across Los Angeles, Orange, San Diego, and Ventura counties has been estimated to be between a quarter to half an inch, while mountain and desert regions could see rainfall amounts approaching an inch, with localized totals possibly reaching 2 inches. A flood advisory in San Bernardino County has warned of flooding risks in places like Twentynine Palms and the Yucca and Morongo valleys, where average rainfall has already reached half an inch. The Drought Situation Despite the beneficial rains, officials maintain that drought conditions in Southern California remain severe. Downtown Los Angeles has not recorded measurable rainfall since early May, and although recent precipitation may provide temporary relief, it is unlikely to significantly alleviate ongoing drought issues. Fire officials emphasize that the wildfire threat cannot be considered diminished until 2 to 4 inches of rain have fallen. The National Interagency Fire Center suggests that while the rainfall has both positive and negative effects, it will likely have marginal impact on the upcoming fire season in the region. Areas like downtown Los Angeles and UCLA recorded only around a tenth of an inch of rain early Thursday morning, while places such as Carlsbad and Chula Vista reported close to a quarter-inch, and San Diego International Airport noted nearly half an inch. Future Weather Forecast The forecast indicates that downtown Los Angeles will dry out by Saturday, yet there is potential for another round of tropical weather next week. Long-term forecasts suggest that Southern California might experience above-average rainfall in the upcoming days; however, this pattern is not expected to persist into October, which marks the official arrival of the rainy season in California. Looking forward, experts anticipate the emergence of a La Niña cycle that could last until December. Historically, this phenomenon is associated with drought conditions, particularly affecting Southern California. 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