Rare High-Risk Flood Threat for Los Angeles on Christmas Eve
• A Level 4 out of 4 flood risk has been issued for parts of Los Angeles beginning Christmas Eve, indicating a high potential for flash flooding and mudslides.
• The National Weather Service warns that areas including Downtown Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley could receive a month's worth of rain in just days.
• Residents are urged to avoid flooded roads and prepare for rapidly changing conditions, as high-risk flood days account for a large share of flood-related deaths and damages.
Rare Level 4 flood risk issued for LA
A rare and dangerous Level 4 out of 4 flood risk has been issued for parts of the Los Angeles area beginning Christmas Eve, raising serious concerns for flash flooding and mudslides. The National Weather Service warns that Downtown Los Angeles, the San Fernando Valley, and parts of Ventura and Santa Barbara counties could see a month’s worth of rain in just days.
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