New wildfires ignite in Southern California but rain set to bring relief

A new fire erupted Thursday near San Diego, burning through more than 800 acres. Meanwhile, rain is in the forecast for the weekend which could help with dry conditions but brings its own set of challenges, including the risk of mudslides and runoff from the toxic debris. NBC’s Liz Kreutz reports and TODAY's Al Roker tracks the forecast.

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Californians hope rain will bring respite from LA wildfires as Trump set to visit

Forecast rain will aid firefighting efforts in Los Angeles but could cause mudslides and toxic ash runoff. Southern California was preparing for some long-awaited rain this weekend, bringing some ...
The Guardian - 5h
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 - 18h
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 ...
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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 ...
NBC News - 22h
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.
NBC News - 23h
Large new wildfire forces more evacuations in Southern California

A new wildfire expanded rapidly north of Los Angeles, growing to more than 5,000 acres and forcing more evacuations. Strong winds kept Los Angeles County on high alert. And some who lost their ...
NBC News - 1d
New wildfire in Southern California forces tens of thousands to evacuate

A new wildfire called the Hughes Fire broke out in northwest Los Angeles County on Wednesday. It quickly scorched more than 5,000 acres of land in a few hours and forced some highway closures. ...
CBS News - 1d
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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