Flood Watch issued December 24 at 5:30PM PST until December 26 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Significant and widespread flooding caused by excessive
rainfall will be likely, with potential debris flow impacts across
recent burn scars.
* WHERE...The following counties...
Los Angeles.
Ventura.
Santa Barbara.
San Luis Obispo.
* WHEN...Through Friday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
Mud and debris flows will be possible across foothill and mountain
areas, including recent burn scars.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- This prolonged strong Atmospheric River storm system will
bring periods of heavy rain through late this week. Potential
flooding impacts include the threat of significant and
widespread urban roadway flooding, a high risk of major rock
and mud slides, and rapid rises in creeks, streams, and
rivers which will likely lead to swift water rescues. The
recent burn scars will be at risk for debris flows, possibly
damaging. These flooding impacts will likely lead to
significant travel delays and road closures during this busy
holiday travel period.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood
Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared
to take action should flooding develop.
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