Los Angeles County, rain and wildfire

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Feb. 14
First discovered: 6:08 p.m. Feb. 14 A new wildfire was reported today at 6:08 p.m. in Los Angeles County. The wildfire has been burning on private land. At this time, there is no data on the containment status of the fire and the cause has yet to be determined.
4 things to know about mudslide risk as major rains hit Los Angeles County
When hills are healthy, vegetation can anchor the soil in place. But when that is burned off, hillsides become vulnerable to erosion, and slopes can come crashing down.
Los Angeles County leaders warn of heavy rain, possible evacuations in burn areas
Residents in burn scar areas should be ready to evacuate if needed. City and county agencies have readied streets for debris flow with K-rails and sandbags, as a storm moves in on Wednesday, Feb.
Breaking: Archer Fire reported in Los Angeles County on Feb. 14
First discovered: 8:19 a.m. Feb. 14 A new wildfire was reported today at 8:19 a.m. in Los Angeles County. Archer Fire has been burning on private land. At this time, the containment status is unknown and the cause of the fire remains undetermined.
Los Angeles County leaders news conference ahead of peak storm conditions
County leaders discuss preparations in the Eaton and Palisades fire zones, preparations made ahead of the storms, and advise residents to heed evacuation warnings should the storm create hazards.
Los Angeles Hit With Mudslides and Debris Flow as Roadways Hammered
Portions of Los Angeles County are getting socked by debris flow and mudslides amid pounding rain Thursday night. Newsweek reached out to the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACFD) via email for comment.
Storm moving out of LA County after hours of rainfall brought mudslides and flooding
A storm that brought hours of steady and sometimes heavy rain to Southern California is moving out of the region.
Fire-ravaged LA County hit with mudslides, flooding as heavy rain drenches region
Parts of Los Angeles County are experiencing mudslides and flooding following a major rain storm — just a month after deadly fires ravaged the region. The National Weather Service issued an alert Thursday evening local time — warning residents of a “high risk of road flooding,
Powerful storm triggers flooding, mudslides in LA County
A destructive storm is making its way out of Southern California Friday, but not before flooding streets, neighborhoods and freeways, causing crashes and congestion, and leading to evacuation orders in recent burn areas.
Atmospheric river slams into L.A. County, bringing mudslides and flooding, and trapping cars
Just a month after fierce Santa Ana winds propelled a firestorm across Los Angeles County, residents faced another extreme weather event Thursday. The biggest storm of the season so far hit Southern California,
Los Angeles Evacuation Warnings Issued as Risk of Mudslides Looms
Los Angeles is bracing for a storm expected to track over the city on Thursday, potentially dropping heavy rain.
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Should builders permit their own projects? Post-fire Los Angeles considers a radical idea
The recent spate of LA fires has led many different parties to re-examine state and local approaches to building approval.
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After weeks at Pasadena Convention Center shelter, dozens of Eaton fire survivors bound for Duarte
A new shelter location at Pamela Park gymnasium in Duarte will take in sheltered people, Supervisor Barger’s office said.
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Video Captures Los Angeles Firefighter, SUV Pushed into Ocean by Mudslide
Dashcam video shows a mudslide along the Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu carry a Los Angeles fire vehicle into the ocean.
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LA County launches Blue Ribbon Commission on Climate Action and Fire recovery
In partnership with UCLA, the commission will develop a set of recommendations to serve as a roadmap for the county.
Los Angeles County boosts the penalty for price gouging to $50,000
The County Counsel was also authorized to consider initiating or joining existing litigation regarding price gouging and ...
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Mandatory evacuation order issued for Airport Fire burn area in Orange County
A mandatory evacuation order was issued Thursday for areas around the Airport Fire burn scar in Orange County due to ...
LA County Fire Chief: Super Scoopers, choppers work – but were grounded during fierce wildfire winds
During a new process aimed at increasing the county’s fiscal transparency, Los Angeles County Fire Chief Anthony Marrone on ...