Southwest Braces for Heavy Rain and Flash-Flood Threat
• The Southwest is preparing for heavy rain and thunderstorms, with a Slight Risk of excessive rainfall issued by the WPC.
• Localized flash flooding is possible, especially in urban areas and recent burn scar locations.
• Higher elevations may see snow, while lower elevations experience widespread rain; residents should monitor weather updates and take precautions.
Heavy rain and flash flooding expected in Southwest
The Southwest United States is bracing for a period of heavy rainfall and potential flash flooding as a robust weather system moves across the region. Forecasters predict that the area will experience intermittent heavy rain and embedded thunderstorms through Wednesday morning. The Weather Prediction Center (WPC) has issued a Slight Risk for excessive rainfall, particularly affecting southeastern California and surrounding areas.
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