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L.A. hit by rare September rain, coastal flooding from Hurricane Marie
latimes.com • • nation
Key Points:
- Hurricane Marie's core remained far from Los Angeles, but the region experienced rainfall ranging from a quarter-inch to an inch, with mountain areas receiving more precipitation over the Labor Day weekend.
- There was a 10% to 15% chance of localized thunderstorms, while rip tides and coastal flooding posed greater concerns, with waves reaching 6 to 10 feet and numerous water rescues reported.
- Flood advisories were issued for parts of west central Los Angeles County, including burn scar areas, with minor flooding expected in locations such as Malibu, Encino, and Beverly Hills; Seal Beach experienced coastal flooding leading to beach parking lot closures.
- Climate experts described the rain as mainly beneficial with low flood risk, and temperatures in Los Angeles are forecasted to rise into the mid-90s later in the week before cooling down again.
