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Rain's Here And It's Sticking Around Til At Least Through Monday
A series of storms is moving through the southland, bringing along with it high surf and snow above 6,500 feet.
Weekend Storm Forecast
The rain will be on-and-off through Monday. Light rain is expected Sunday, and the rain will pick up intensity on Monday, along with a chance of thunderstorms. Between 1 to 3 inches of rain is expected, and 3 to 5 inches in the foothills and mountains.
According to the National Weather Service, snow is expected above 6,500 feet, with 2 to 6 inches between 7 and 8,000 feet.
Minor flooding is possible. The L.A. County Fire Deparment is making sandbags available at a number of locations.
#LACoFD Community Sandbag Events ☔️
— LACoFD (@LACOFD) January 20, 2024
With rain in the forecast through Monday, residents are encouraged to stop by one of the locations below to receive 25 filled sandbags.
For additional rain safety tips, visit https://t.co/O67Gp5znrx. pic.twitter.com/2Fc47x5y0W
Advisories
High surf advisory is in effect for Ventura and Los Angeles Counties beaches until 10 p.m. on Sunday. NWS is warning of large breaking waves of 6 to 10 feet, with dangerous rip currents for Ventura beaches; and 5 to 8 feet for their L.A. County counterparts.
Things to do
Put away that jar of Prego
Handmade Pasta With Vodka Sauce Class: Let an expert chef teach you how to make pappardelle pasta with a creamy vodka sauce from scratch this Sunday. The experience suits all skill ranges, and guests are invited to bring their own drinks.
Check out our full list of things to do this weekend.