Sudden thunderstorm drops heavy rain and hail across Los Angeles County

Sudden thunderstorm drops heavy rain and hail across Los Angeles County

A powerful thunderstorm swept through northern and central Los Angeles County on Thursday afternoon, March 7, 2024, bringing with it heavy rain, hail, and an increased risk of flooding. Flash flood warnings were put into effect for parts of Ventura and Los Angeles counties, as the storm traveled eastward, affecting regions from the San Fernando Valley to the San Gabriel Valley.

Powerful atmospheric river triggers state of emergency in Southern California, rare Level 4 of 4 risk of excessive rainfall

Powerful atmospheric river triggers state of emergency in Southern California, rare Level 4 of 4 risk of excessive rainfall

An intense atmospheric river event hit California on Sunday, February 4, 2024, prompting Gov. Gavin Newsom to declare a state of emergency in eight counties due to the potential for “life-threatening” flooding, mudslides, and widespread power outages. The National Weather Service warns of significant rainfall, powerful winds, and heavy snowfall continuing over the next few days.

NWS warns of excessive rainfall in California

NWS warns of excessive rainfall in California

The National Weather Service warns of a Moderate Risk of excessive rainfall in southern California, with potential flash flooding and mudflows, as a series of storms approach the state.

Storms on the horizon for California

Storms on the horizon for California

As the week before Christmas approaches, California is gearing up for a possible shift in weather patterns, with indications of a wetter regime on the horizon. AccuWeather senior meteorologist Alex Sosnowski notes that the extent of the storminess will hinge on El Niño’s influence and other climatic factors in the coming weeks.