June Storm Hits SoCal

Introduction to the June Storm

A June storm is sweeping through Southern California, bringing with it the potential for excessive rainfall in various parts of the region. The storm has already begun to show its effects, with up to 2 inches of rain falling in the Inland Empire on Tuesday afternoon. A flood advisory was in effect in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties through Tuesday evening, highlighting the need for residents to be aware of the weather conditions.

Weather Warnings and Advisories

As the storm continues to move through the area, a flash flood warning was issued for portions of the Inland Empire until 7:15 p.m. The National Weather Service (NWS) warned that the expected rainfall rate is 0.25 to 0.75 inches in 1 hour, with additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1.5 inches possible in the warned area. Rain was reported in Simi Valley and Oxnard at around 3:20 p.m., with Doppler radar indicating scattered showers and thunderstorms producing locally heavy rain.

Effects of the Storm

The storm is expected to bring minor flooding to low-lying areas with poor drainage, as well as minor debris flows in some areas. Lightning strikes are also a concern, with NBC4′ Meteorologist Stephanie Olmo advising people to "take it easy on the roads for your evening commute" in the Inland Empire area. Some locations that will experience flooding include Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Acton, Pasadena, Burbank, Griffith Park, Universal City, Alhambra, Mount Wilson, North Hollywood, Downtown Los Angeles, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Van Nuys, Encino, Northridge, Whittier, Santa Clarita, West Covina, and Chatsworth.

Areas Affected by the Storm

In addition to the areas already mentioned, people in Riverside, San Bernardino, Fontana, Moreno Valley, Ontario, Rialto, and Redlands in the Inland Empire were warned about possible flash flooding. The storm’s impact is being felt across a wide area, with residents advised to be aware of the potential for heavy rain and flooding.

Future Weather Outlook

But later by the weekend, temperatures will begin to warm up again, reaching the 90s next week in the high desert and low desert areas, according to Olmo. This will bring an end to the cool and wet weather, and residents can expect a return to more typical summer conditions.

Conclusion

The June storm sweeping through Southern California has brought heavy rain and flooding to parts of the region. Residents are advised to be aware of the weather conditions and take necessary precautions to stay safe. With the storm expected to move out of the area by the weekend, temperatures will begin to warm up again, bringing an end to the cool and wet weather.

FAQs

Q: What areas are expected to experience flooding?
A: Areas including Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Acton, Pasadena, Burbank, Griffith Park, Universal City, Alhambra, Mount Wilson, North Hollywood, Downtown Los Angeles, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Van Nuys, Encino, Northridge, Whittier, Santa Clarita, West Covina, and Chatsworth are expected to experience flooding.
Q: How long will the storm last?
A: The storm is expected to move out of the area by the weekend, with temperatures warming up again next week.
Q: What are the potential hazards associated with the storm?
A: The storm brings the potential for heavy rain, flooding, lightning strikes, and minor debris flows.
Up to 2 inches of rain fell in the Inland Empire Tuesday afternoon while a flood advisory was in effect in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties through Tuesday evening.

As a June storm was forecast to bring excessive rainfall in parts of Southern California, a flash flood warning was also in effect until 7:15 p.m. in portion of the Inland Empire.

"The expected rainfall rate is 0.25 to 0.75 inches in 1 hour. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1.5 inches are possible in the warned area," the National Weather Service (NWS) warned.

Rain was reported in Simi Valley and Oxnard at around 3:20 p.m.

“Doppler radar indicated scattered showers and thunderstorms producing locally heavy rain,” the National Weather Service said although pockets of heavy rain are expected to be small in size and and numerous in coverage.

Forecasters also warned minor flooding is possible in low-lying areas with poor drainage. Minor debris flows are possible in some areas.

“Lightning strikes are continuing, so definitely take it easy on the roads for your evening commute,” NBC4′ Meteorologist Stephanie Olmo said about the Inland Empire area.

Some locations that will experience flooding include Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Acton, Pasadena, Burbank, Griffith Park, Universal City, Alhambra, Mount Wilson, North Hollywood, Downtown Los Angeles, Hollywood, Beverly Hills,  Van Nuys, Encino, Northridge, Whittier, Santa Clarita, West Covina and Chatsworth, according to the National Weather Service. 

In the Inland Empire, people in Riverside, San Bernardino, Fontana, Moreno Valley, Ontario, Rialto and Redlands were warned about possible flash flooding.

But later by the weekend, temperatures will begin to warm up again to reach the 90s next week in the high desert and low desert areas, Olmo said.