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Southern California Faces Mudslide Risks Following Recent Rainfall

Southern California has experienced significant rainfall this weekend, raising concerns about mudslides and flooding in areas affected by recent wildfires. While the rain has aided firefighters battling the Eaton and Palisades fires, it has also created dangerous conditions, such as ash and mud flow from burn scars. Authorities have issued flash flood warnings in areas like Malibu, where multiple mudflows have led to road closures. The rain, which was the first notable precipitation for the region in some time, has been both a blessing for firefighting efforts and a source of new threats, prompting officials to warn residents to prepare for potential mudslides as the risk increases around fire zones.
The Hill, ABC7 Los Angeles, The New York Times, KTLA Los Angeles, NBC Los Angeles, Reuters, Desert Sun, FOX 11 Los Angeles, Forbes, LAist