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SoCal Braces for Tropical Storm Remnants: Rain, Floods, Big Waves
8 Oct
Summary
- Tropical storm remnants bring heavy rain, thunderstorms, and coastal flooding.
- Waves up to 15 feet are predicted for coastal areas.
- Dangerous beach conditions include erosion and strong rip currents.
Southern California is set to experience a drastic weather change, moving from record-breaking heat to tropical storm conditions.
The remnants of Hurricane Rachel are forecasted to impact the region this weekend, bringing heavy rain, thunderstorms, and coastal flooding. This shift is anticipated to begin as early as Saturday night, with widespread rain and isolated thunderstorms expected Sunday into Monday night.
Dangerous surf conditions are a major concern, with waves predicted to reach 10 to 12 feet, potentially up to 15 feet in areas like San Luis Obispo and Orange counties, extending down to Mexico.
Coastal flooding is highly likely from Sunday morning through Wednesday evening. The National Weather Service also warns of moderate to significant beach erosion and an increased risk of ocean drowning due to strong rip currents.
This storm follows a period of extreme heat, where downtown Los Angeles experienced four consecutive days of triple-digit temperatures. Temperatures are expected to drop 5 to 10 degrees below normal on Monday as the storm system moves inland, eventually heading towards Arizona and Nevada.
