Flood Advisory Issued as Rain and Thunderstorms Expected in Los Angeles Area

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 22:07:00 +0200

The National Weather Service has issued a flood advisory for parts of Los Angeles and eastern Ventura County as a storm system brings rain and potential thunderstorms this weekend. Rain began in parts of Los Angeles after 11 p.m. Saturday, with scattered showers expected Sunday afternoon and a 15% to 25% chance of thunderstorms. Meteorologists warn that these storms may bring brief heavy rainfall, gusty winds, small hail, and even weak tornadoes or waterspouts. Snow levels in high elevations are expected to drop, with wet snow possible in northern Ventura County, posing hazards for drivers. The advisory highlights risks of minor flooding, mudslides, and debris flows, especially in low-lying areas and burn scar regions. Locations at greatest risk include Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Malibu, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, and downtown Los Angeles, among others. Rainfall through Sunday night is expected to total 0.5 to 1.5 inches, with Sunday temperatures reaching highs of 65°F, s