Heavy rains caused flooding and mudslides in Los Angeles late Thursday and early Friday, as authorities ordered evacuations and warned of potentially dangerous conditions across land burned by last month’s devastating wildfires.
About half a foot of rain has fallen across the area, according to the National Weather Service. Strong winds were also reported, including 80 miles-per-hour gusts in the mountain areas near San Gabriel and San Luis Obispo. Authorities warned about possible downed power lines and damage to trees and roofs.
Residents living near areas burned by the Palisades, Sunset and Hurst blazes were