Officials in Southern California brace for overnight damage reports from Tropical Storm Hilary. The storm’s fury caused flash floods both east and west of Los Angeles.
The former hurricane was downgraded to a tropical depression by National Weather Service. Governor Newsom declares state of emergency, flash flood warnings persist. Unprecedented rainfall—mountain, and desert areas expecting 5 to 10 inches.
Storm wreaks havoc in Mexico’s Baja California, claiming one life and causing flash flooding. Social media flooded with images of raging torrents along city streets.
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First Tropical Storm to Hit California Since 1939
Hilary crosses the border into the U.S., the first tropical storm to hit San Diego County. Los Angeles County experiences the first such storm since 1939, leading to significant flooding.
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San Bernardino evacuates towns as torrents of water, mud, rock, and trees sweep through. Ventura County issues life-threatening flood warnings with 2 inches of rain in two hours.
POTUS Orders Federal Assistance
U.S. President Biden orders federal assistance, while Mayor Bass warns of unexpected storm resurgence. Concerns for the homeless population and wildfire-affected areas mount.
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Los Angeles and San Diego school districts close in caution. Rancho Mirage witnesses unprecedented water and debris inundation, residents in awe of the storm’s impact.
“It’s quite amazing. I’ve never seen anything like this,” says resident Sean Julian, 54. “A big tree just fell over there, and I probably shouldn’t be out here.”
We at Jerrymusa.com will keep you posted about the latest updates from Southern California as the authorities continue to gauge the quantum of losses due to tropical storm Hilary. Stay tuned!
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