LOS ANGELES (CNS) – The Southland was buffeted by more rain and strong winds overnight, causing warnings of downed trees and possible tornadoes, but a lull was expected Wednesday afternoon before another round of precipitation arrives Thursday.
The second of three storm systems moving across Southern California this week was expected to drop about 1.5 inches of rain on most areas, and 2-4 inches in the mountains and foothills.
The rain will wind down fairly quickly Wednesday morning, according to the National Weather Service, with the third and final system still on track for Thursday and exiting late in the afternoon and evening. That storm is expected to bring about a quarter to half-inch of rain in the coastal and valley areas and up to an inch in the mountains.
A winter storm warning remains in effect in the mountains and foothills of the San Gabriel and Antelope valleys, with 1 to 4 inches of snow possible at 3,500 to 4,500 feet, and 4 to 8 inches at higher elevations.
Wind gusts of up to 60 to 70 mph are possible late Wednesday night into Thursday morning in those areas, and through the Grapevine. Forecasters warned of slippery road conditions.
Mayor Karen Bass and Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair Hilda Solis previously warned residents in vulnerable areas to take precautions and be prepared for potential emergency warnings this week. Both leaders said officials had extra staff deployed to respond to any emergencies. The county made it through heavy rain on Monday without any major issues such as severe rockslides or mud and debris flows.
No evacuation orders were issued Monday, but several roads flooded, including an intersection at 12330 W. Olympic Blvd. in West Los Angeles, where seven vehicles were stalled.
Los Angeles residents can monitor emergency alerts at NotifyLA.org.
Topanga Canyon Boulevard remained closed in both directions Wednesday from Pacific Coast Highway to Grand View Drive, according to Caltrans. The agency said Monday that multiple locations within the closure had mud and debris slides.
That stretch of road, also know as state Route 27, is an active work zone for ongoing recovery efforts from last year’s Palisades Fire and winter storms. It is typically closed to the public from midnight to 5 a.m. daily.
Very large waves are expected across coastal waters through Friday night. High surf advisories and beach hazard statements are in effect for all coasts.
Temperatures have dropping sharply this week as well, with daytime highs remaining in the mid-50s in most of Los Angeles and Orange counties all week, and dropping to the low 50s and even upper 40s in the Santa Clarita and Antelope valleys.
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