If you’ve braved monsoons from Mumbai to Manila, LA’s coming downpours will feel all too familiar! 🌧️ On November 14, back-to-back storms drenched the city, and more rain is set to hit this weekend.
Forecasts predict 2–4 inches of rain in downtown LA, while hills and wildfire-scarred zones could get 8–10 inches by Sunday. That’s like a mini-monsoon smashing the West Coast.
Here’s why it’s serious: January’s huge wildfires stripped slopes of trees and plants that normally lock soil in place. Without that natural barrier, heavy rain can easily trigger mudslides — fast-moving flows of wet soil and debris rushing downhill.
Authorities have issued alerts, set up temporary shelters, and closed some roads. To stay safe:
- Avoid flooded streets 🚗💦 — even shallow water can stall or sweep away vehicles.
- Follow official updates on local apps and social media 📲.
- Pack an emergency kit with water, snacks, a flashlight, and a basic first-aid kit.
- Check in on neighbors in hillside or burn-scar areas 🤝.
Whether you’re in LA or just catching global weather updates, this weekend’s storms are a wake-up call: extreme weather can hit anywhere. Stay alert, stay prepared, and here’s hoping for clearer skies by Monday! 🌤️
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
