Flood watch in effect for fire scorched areas of California
Much of fire ravaged southern California is under a flood watch after devastating flames have left thousands of acres barren and vulnerable to flash flooding, land and mudslides with rain in the forecast.
California Wildfires: Scorched region gets its first significant rain in months.
So far, many clues to the origins of the deadly Eaton fire, which started in the area just after 6 p.m. that evening and went on to kill 17 people, have pointed to the brushy hillside where a tangle of electrical lines stretch up Eaton Canyon.
Southern California rains arrive, heightening mudslide concerns in scorched areas
This file captures the news of the California wildfires from Sunday, Jan. 27. For the latest updates on the fires, follow USA TODAY's coverage for Monday, Jan. 27. Intermittent showers sweeping across Southern California on Sunday provided welcome relief for firefighters battling devastating wildfires but threatened to bring an unwelcome side effect — mudslides.
Rain in Southern California Creates Mudflows but Helps Firefighters
More rain fell Monday on parts of Southern California after causing mudflows over the weekend, helping firefighters but boosting the risk of toxic ash runoff in areas scorched by Los Angeles-area wildfires.
Rain moves through Southern California, dousing fires but without causing serious mudslides
Rain has mostly moved out of Southern California after the first significant storm of the season brought weekend downpours that aided firefighters
Southern California rain helps firefighters but creates risk of flooding and toxic ash runoff
A portion of the Pacific Coast Highway in Los Angeles County was closed on Sunday afternoon due to mudflows as rain fell in parts of Southern California.
L.A. fire updates: Debate over cleanup in fire zone as Edison faces new scrutiny
Local leaders are upset about the potential dangers posed to residents by the EPA's plan to open a site to process Eaton fire ...
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Southern California braces for flooding, mudslides as intense rainfall expected among wildfire-ravaged areas
The first significant rainfall in several months will spread across Southern California on Sunday ... going to get wet at some point.” Flood Watches are now in effect from 4 p.m. Sunday through ...
From fire alerts to flood watches: Rain brings relief to Southern California firefighters, but with a caveat
Rain was falling across Southern California on Sunday, bringing some relief to thousands of firefighters who have been battling multiple major wildfires in the LA area.
What happened over the January weekend when heavy rain brought flood advisories, mudslide danger
After an epic dry streak, the first real rain of winter fell in Southern California, bringing elevated risk of floods and ...
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Inclement weather prompts road, school closures in LA County
Road closures and flood warnings are in effect Sunday as Los Angeles County endures its first rainstorm of the season.
California wildfires lose steam but welcomed rain brings different threats
Much-needed rain has begun to fall over Southern California, bringing relief to the drought-stricken region but also the ...
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California officials warn of flood risks from rain after Trump adds conditions to LA disaster aid: Live updates
Southern California braces for floods as a storm is finally heading for the wildfire-scorched region. After weeks of enduring devastating blazes, the Los Angeles-area could now see flash ...