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Much of Southern California remained at risk of potentially deadly floods on Thursday, as heavy rains showed little sign of easing through the week.
Officials in Los Angeles and surrounding counties warned that the giant holiday storm could trigger "widespread flash flooding."
Torrential rains unleashed widespread flash flooding and mud flows across Southern California on Wednesday, as authorities warned motorists to stay off roads while urging residents in flood zones to evacuate or shelter in place.
A rare high risk for flooding has been issued for Southern California, including areas in and around Los Angeles. The heaviest rain will fall Christmas Eve into Christmas Day, so the National Weather Service is urging people to reconsider travel plans.
An intense winter storm created flash flooding in Southern California, closing roadways and forcing residents to evacuate in parts of the Los Angeles region.
The National Weather Service (NWS) issued "life-threatening" flash flood warnings for parts of Southern California. Follow Newsweek live.
Southern California drivers were urged to stay off the road as conditions deteriorated thanks to downpours fed by an atmospheric river. Interstates were shut down by high water, and evacuation warnings were issued by the San Bernardino County Fire Department.
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