Is California's Wildfire Risk Over? What Forecast Shows
Exceptionally dry weather has targeted Southern California so far this winter, creating ideal conditions for wildfires.
California Wildfires: Scorched region gets its first significant rain in months.
So far, many clues to the origins of the deadly Eaton fire, which started in the area just after 6 p.m. that evening and went on to kill 17 people, have pointed to the brushy hillside where a tangle of electrical lines stretch up Eaton Canyon.
Southern California Storm Brings Relief to Wildfires
Southern California has experienced its first significant storm of the season, which brought much-needed snow and rain to the region, including some impactful consequences. On Monday, these weather conditions helped to douse ongoing wildfires yet caused ash and mud flows on streets in the Los Angeles area.
California fears rain will trigger mudslides, debris flows after wildfires
Southern Californians are worried wet weather will trigger mudslides and debris flows as it's trying to recover from devastating wildfires.
California wildfires latest | Rain causes mudflow, flooding concerns | Updates at Jan. 27, 2025
More rain fell Monday on parts of Southern California after causing mudflows over the weekend, helping firefighters but boosting the risk of toxic ash runoff in areas scorched by Los Angeles-area wildfires.
Much-needed rain arrives in Southern California reducing short-term wildfire threat
Flood alerts remain in effect across portions of the Los Angeles area in Southern California as much-needed rain moves into the region. And while the rain is helping with the ongoing wildfire fight, it’s triggering fears of mud and debris flows in burn scar areas.
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