Wildfire burn scars increase flood threat in LA.

Potentially catastrophic rain is heading toward Los Angeles, triggering flood alerts for millions of Californians over Christmas due to a strong atmospheric river. Heavy rain, expected to last 18 hours, may cause 3 to 7 inches of rainfall with localized spots exceeding 9 inches. Evacuation orders are in place for recent wildfire burn scar areas to prevent dangerous flash flooding and mudslides, with a “High Risk” warning issued by the National Weather Service for excessive rainfall and flooding in Southern California.

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