Palisades, Eaton Fire areas will face evacuation orders and warnings over mudslide risks
With a storm bringing a risk of mudslides and debris flows, some areas of Los Angeles recently burned by wildfires are facing mandatory orders and warnings to evacuate their homes as the region braces for heavy rain and possible flooding.
LA issues mudslide evacuation orders for thousands as rain swamps Palisades Fire zone
Authorities issued evacuation warnings and orders for tens of thousands of Los Angeles residents on Wednesday after heavy rain created the potential for deadly mudslides in the Palisades Fire zone. CalFire urged citizens to be ready to flee at a moment’s notice should heavy rains create deadly rivers of mud and debris in the denuded hillsides.
Evacuation orders issued in Los Angeles area amid fears of mudslides
Evacuation warnings have been issued for parts of Los Angeles County, near burn scar areas due to high mudslide and debris flow risks.
LA officials issue evacuation warnings for wildfire-affected areas ahead of heavy rain
The Los Angeles Fire Department issued evacuation warnings on Tuesday for residents living in the areas of the city savaged by recent wildfires ahead of heavy rain and mudslides expected later this week.
Storm System Set To “Blast Through” Los Angeles, Prompting Evacuations & Mudslide Concerns In Burn Areas – Update
A strong storm system is expected to “blast through” Los Angeles and Orange County tonight, bringing a heavy dose of rain over a short period of time and prompting evacuation orders, flood warnings and road closures.
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