California wildfires lose steam but welcomed rain brings different threats
Much-need rain has begun to fall over Southern California, bringing relief to the drought-stricken region but also the threat of toxic runoff.
California Wildfires: Scorched region gets its first significant rain in months.
The highest intensity rain was expected between 4 p.m. on Sunday and 4 p.m. on Monday, according to the service. Los Angeles and Ventura Counties were expected to get up to an inch of total rainfall, and up to three inches was forecast in the mountains around Los Angeles.
Southern California braces for flooding, mudslides as intense rainfall expected among wildfire-ravaged areas
The National Weather Service said there is a 15-25% chance of thunderstorms across the region, which could bring periods of heavy rainfall that could overwhelm the burn-scar areas.
Good news for Southern California wildfires: Rain in forecast (but there's a catch)
If the rain falls at a steady, lighter rate, Southern California could be in good shape. That could mean enough rain to help ease the firefighting strain, but not enough to trigger another potential disaster. Heavier rain could mean the chance for flash flooding or mudslides over fresh burn scars.
Forecasted California rain changes threats from wildfires to landslides
Southern California is expecting up to an inch of rain in some parts, aiding the fight against wildfires but also causing landslides that threaten homes in Los Angeles area. NBC News' Steve Patterson reports on the anxieties residents face as they try to resettle.
Rain raises mudslide concerns in California's burn scar areas, flood watch in effect
The rain is raising concerns about potential mudslides in recent burn scar areas, including Malibu, Altadena, and other regions.
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.
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Fire Danger Gives Way to Flooding Concerns as Rain Bears Down on LA
A flood watch will go into effect Sunday in recent Los Angeles County wildfire areas, as the first of what's expected to be three days of rain arrives and authorities switch gears from worrying about fires to possible landslides.
Rain Poses Flood Threat, Mudslide Concerns For SoCal
Southern California will continue to see some much-needed rain late this weekend. While the moisture will provide some relief from the ongoing drought and recent fires, it could also pose flash flooding concerns for the region,
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Rain brought much needed aid to the Los Angeles firefight, moving the fires surrounding the city closer to containment.
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