(CNN) — A strong Pacific storm is bringing soaking rain to Southern California, increasing the risk of life-threatening flooding, mudslides and debris flows, especially near burn scars in the Los Angeles area.
Evacuation orders are in effect for “vulnerable properties” within the Palisades, Hurst and Sunset burn scars, according to a Friday news release from Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass.
The threat is tied to a multiday storm that began Thursday in northern and central California. More than a month’s worth of rain fell Saturday in many locations, with more still to come…