DO YOU HAVE TO DRIVE DURING THE STORM?

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• • 11:21 AM Sunday, August 20, 2023

    LATEST STORM NEWS::

    Tropical Storm Hilary (65 mph) made landfall on Baja California peninsula at 11:00 am, according to the National Hurricane Center.

• • 11:16 AM Sunday, August 20, 2023

    WATCH FOR THE WATER::

    Hurricane Center Director Michael Brennan: “Rainfall flooding has been the biggest killer in tropical storms and hurricanes in the United States in the past 10 years and you don’t want to become a statistic.”

• • 11:01 AM Sunday, August 20, 2023

    EMERGENCY KIT::

    Residents are reminded to carry an emergency kit containing essentials like water, non-perishable snacks, a flashlight, blankets, and a first-aid kit in case of unexpected situations.

• • 10:58 AM Sunday, August 20, 2023

    Death Valley National Park:

    As parts of Death Valley National Park are already flooding, the Park will likely lose power, according to the National Park Service.

• • 10:53 AM Sunday, August 20, 2023

    AVOID FLOODED ROADS::

    If you have to drive, never attempt to drive through flooded areas. Turn around and find an alternative route.

• • 10:45 AM Sunday, August 20, 2023

    FLIGHT CANCELLATIONS::

    NBC: Almost 1,000 flights canceled in the U.S. as Hilary approaches.

• • 10:43 AM Sunday, August 20, 2023

    CHECK IN ON YOUR NEIGHBORS::

    As the storm approaches, California Director of the Department of Social Services, Kim Johnson, reminds residents: “Check in on your neighbors. We are stronger together.”

• • 10:35 AM Sunday, August 20, 2023

    SIGNIFICANT RAIN::

    Significant rainfall and flooding are projected throughout Southern California starting this afternoon and into Monday, according to the National Weather Services. Tropical Storm Hilary could produce 3 inches/hour in some spots, according to NBC.

• • 10:30 AM Sunday, August 20, 2023

    WINDOWS ARE OPEN…:

    ...the cool air is setting in, but don't be fooled! A flash flood advisory is still in effect until 8:00 pm for L.A. County.  As storms often change intensity, the forecast changes. Currently, tropical storm Hilary is expected to reach Southern California this afternoon.

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