High Risk Alert in Southern California
A big storm is coming to California, and it might cause a lot of problems. After a recent storm and some rain, a stronger storm is expected on Saturday and Sunday. This storm can be dangerous and affect people’s lives, homes, and travel plans.
AccuWeather meteorologists are warning everyone to be prepared. They say that about 94% of California’s population, which is around 37 million people, could face flooding, and it might be life-threatening. Even a small amount of rain can cause floods because California has many mountains and hills.
The most significant risk is in Southern California, especially in Ventura, Santa Barbara, and Los Angeles counties. The new storm will have a lot of moisture, and it’s coming just a few days after the first storm, so the water might flow quickly and be destructive. Southern and Central California will likely get the most rain.
The first storm brought 1-6 inches of rain, but the new storm might bring more than double that amount. Some places might get a foot or more of rain in just 48 hours. Cities like Los Angeles, San Diego, and Santa Barbara will be strongly affected.
The biggest danger is expected in the mountains in the southern part of the state. There might be flash floods, mudslides, and roads could be blocked. People should be careful while driving because flooded roads could be dangerous.
Snow is also expected in the Sierra Nevada mountains, which might cause road closures. Strong winds are another problem, especially near the coast and in the mountains. Winds could cause tree damage and power outages.
The storm is expected to last until Wednesday, and there might be more rain and snow on Thursday and Friday. After that, there should be a break from the storms, which is much needed. The rainfall in California is expected to be much higher than usual, and the snowpack in the mountains might be back to normal.
It’s essential for people to be prepared and stay safe during this stormy period.
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