Flood watches, when flooding conditions are considered ripe, are in place for stretches including the burn scars surrounding the Eaton, Palisades, Franklin and Bridge fires, from 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, to 4 a.m. Friday, Feb. 14.

Forecasters say 'Pineapple Express' storm will probably be beneficial for Los Angeles and Ventura counties, helping to reduce the risk of wildfires.

Southern California is preparing for its most powerful winter storm yet after months of dry conditions. This marks the third major storm to hit the region in less than a month, and meteorologists warn that heavy rainfall and strong winds are on the way.

It’s too early to pin down the forecast with certainty, but as of Monday, the most likely scenario is that rain ahead of the storm will arrive Tuesday night, with rainfall amoun

The first wave of the strongest storm of the winter began hitting Southern California on Wednesday, but the most damaging rains are expected Thursday.

Forecasters are concerned the storm could bring mudslides in and near areas scorched by the Palisades and Eaton fires.

The strongest storm in a year is set to pound Southern California this week, with forecasters warning of potential widespread roadway flooding and the chance of landslides throughout the region — especially in areas recently charred in the devastating Los Angeles County firestorms.

Snow, wind and the heaviest rain event of the season is expected this week in portions of Southern California prompting a flood watch warning.