What areas of Southern California are experiencing flooding?

Southern California, including Hesperia and the San Fernando Valley, is experiencing widespread flooding due to the Christmas Eve storm.

Are there any road closures due to the storm in SoCal?

Yes, major roads like parts of the 5 Freeway and Highway 2 are closed due to flooding and debris flows from the atmospheric river.

Were any rescues performed during the Southern California storm?

Yes, two motorists were successfully rescued from vehicles stranded in floodwaters in Hesperia on Wednesday morning.

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SoCal Flooded: Storm Strands Motorists

25 Dec

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Summary

Southern California roads flooded due to Christmas Eve storm.
Two motorists rescued from submerged vehicles in Hesperia.
Atmospheric river causes widespread road closures and crashes.

A severe Christmas Eve storm has caused extensive flooding across Southern California, leaving many roadways submerged and motorists stranded. In Hesperia, rescue crews successfully extracted two individuals from vehicles trapped in fast-moving floodwaters. Fortunately, both were unharmed.

The region is experiencing the impact of a potent atmospheric river, which has inundated areas with heavy rainfall. This has led to numerous road closures, including sections of the 5 Freeway in the San Fernando Valley and Highway 2 near Wrightwood, which is impassable due to debris.

As of Wednesday morning, multiple SigAlerts were issued for Los Angeles area freeways, and several collisions, including a multi-truck incident, have been reported. Authorities are strongly advising Southland residents to avoid non-essential travel until the storm's intensity subsides.