California wildfires lose steam but welcomed rain brings different threats
Much-needed rain has begun to fall over Southern California, bringing relief to the drought-stricken region but also the threat of toxic runoff.
California Wildfires: Scorched region gets its first significant rain in months.
Forecasts say the chances of flash flooding are not high, but even so, city crews are reinforcing roads and telling residents to take warnings seriously.
Some mudslide risk in Southern California after rain helped ease fires
Mudflows prompted the closures of at least some roads, including in Topanga Canyon and on parts of the Pacific Coast Highway.
Good news for Southern California wildfires: Rain in forecast (but there's a catch)
If the rain falls at a steady, lighter rate, Southern California could be in good shape. That could mean enough rain to help ease the firefighting strain, but not enough to trigger another potential disaster. Heavier rain could mean the chance for flash flooding or mudslides over fresh burn scars.
Rain in Southern California Creates Mudflows but Helps Firefighters
More rain fell Monday on parts of Southern California after causing mudflows over the weekend, helping firefighters but boosting the risk of toxic ash runoff in areas scorched by Los Angeles-area wildfires.
Were the rains enough to ease Southern California's fire threat? What we know
The recent storm brought some much needed moisture to Southern California without the dangerous mudslides some feared. But did it help reduce the fire danger?
Southern California rains arrive, heightening mudslide concerns in scorched areas
This file captures the news of the California wildfires from Sunday, Jan. 27. For the latest updates on the fires, follow USA TODAY's coverage for Monday, Jan. 27. Intermittent showers sweeping across Southern California on Sunday provided welcome relief for firefighters battling devastating wildfires but threatened to bring an unwelcome side effect — mudslides.
Rain moves through Southern California, dousing fires but without causing serious mudslides
Rain has mostly moved out of Southern California after the first significant storm of the season brought weekend downpours that aided firefighters
Rain helps Southern California firefighters but sends ash and mud flowing down hillsides
Less than an inch of rain fell in most areas, but it was enough to loosen Los Angeles hillsides burned bare by the recent blaze near the Pacific Palisades.
Rain douses wildfires in Southern California without causing serious mudslides
More rain fell Monday on parts of Southern California after causing mudflows over the weekend, helping firefighters but ...
Much-needed rain falls on parched Southern California, Southwest U.S.
A slow-moving low-pressure system will linger over the Southwest, bringing steady rain through at least Monday.
From fire alerts to flood watches: Rain brings relief to Southern California firefighters, but with a caveat
Rain was falling across Southern California on Sunday, bringing some relief to thousands of firefighters who have been ...
Northern California forecast: Dry Wednesday, but rain and snow are on the way
Another cold morning with areas of patchy fog and frost followed by another sunny and pleasant afternoon, but rain and snow ...
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California needs a lot more rain to alleviate drought
"It's very helpful, certainly not to be dismissed, but there is still a long way to go," said California Dept. of Resources ...
Map Shows Where Rain, Snow Will Hit California This Weekend
The incoming storm system will bring the most rain to many Southern California cities since the water year began.
California Wildfires: Expected rain may boost firefighting efforts, but officials are vigilant about flooding.
The rain that is expected to hit the scorched Los Angeles landscape this weekend may bring relief to the fire fights, but it ...
The rain is coming, the rain is coming! Bay Area braces for end of dry spell
The end to a Bay Area dry spell that has lasted nearly a month may be at hand soon, especially if a cold front heading toward ...