Much-needed rain forecasted for Southern California this weekend

Rain in the forecast for Southern California this weekend could bring relief to firefighters battling wildfires. But it also brings risks of mudslides and toxic runoff.

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Rain Forecast for Southern California Could Bring Mudslide Risk Amid Fires

Cooler, wet weather is forecast to bring moisture to the parched landscape and reduce the fire threat. But heavy rainfall could also trigger flash floods in burn scars.
The New York Times - 39m
New wildfires erupt in Southern California

Fire crews are still battling multiple wildfires across Southern California, including the Hughes Fire which broke out Wednesday and has already torched more than 10,000 acres and forced tens of ...
CBS News - 45m
Rain headed for Southern California in weekend forecast

The new Laguna Fire prompted evacuations in California and 10 million people are under red flag warnings. NBC News’ Bill Karins details the weekend weather that is bringing much needed rain to ...
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Latest weather forecast as 2 new fires rage in Southern California

Firefighters are working to mitigate the Hughes Fire and the Sepulveda Fire as windy conditions continue to threaten Southern California. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports, and meteorologist ...
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Here’s how much lumber Southern California will need to rebuild after the wildfires

The Palisades, Eaton and Hurst wildfires in Southern California have destroyed more than 12,000 structures, raising the likelihood of a spike in demand for lumber in the months and years ahead.
MarketWatch - 5d
How Wildfires Came for Southern California

Many Californians thought wildfires couldn’t reach deep into their cities. But the Los Angeles fires showed how older homes became fuel that fed the fires.
The New York Times - 6d
California fires weather forecast: Winds begin to relax, but forecast to return

The winds fueling fires in Southern California are beginning to relax, but the forecast calls for their return next week.
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Winter storm brings heavy snow, freezing rain to southern U.S.

A brutal winter storm is bringing heavy snow and freezing rain to the southern and central United States. Winter storm warnings stretch from Texas to North and South Carolina. CBS News ...
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Wildfires in Southern California

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