Los Angeles, CA – Hazardous weather is moving into Southern California tonight, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, mountain snow and the potential for thunderstorms through midweek.
According to the National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard, a series of storms beginning Monday, February 16, will impact much of Los Angeles County, Ventura County and surrounding areas, including the Grapevine along Interstate 5 and Highway 33. Travel disruptions are expected through at least Wednesday.
Forecasters warn of flooding in low-lying and urban areas, with road flooding, mudslides and debris flows possible near burn scars. Rivers and streams could see elevated flows late Monday through Monday night.
Strong winds may knock down trees and power lines, creating isolated outages and airport delays, including at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Gusty conditions are expected to persist at times through the week.
Mountain areas, including the I-5 Tejon Pass, could see accumulating snow Monday through Wednesday. Lower elevation snow is also possible Tuesday night into Wednesday, potentially affecting travel across higher passes.
Thunderstorms are possible Monday, with the risk of brief heavy downpours, lightning strikes and isolated weak tornadoes.
Along the coast, dangerous surf and a high risk of rip currents are expected, with minor coastal flooding possible Tuesday through Wednesday.
Drivers are urged to slow down, allow extra travel time and avoid flooded roadways.
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