Risk of debris flow increases for recent burn areas of L.A. County
Briefly

As rains approach Los Angeles County, the risk of debris flows in recently burned areas has increased to between 10% and 20%, especially around the Eaton and Palisades burn scars. Meteorologists warn that while minor debris flows are likely, the potential threat remains significant. Rainfall rates could peak between half an inch to three-quarters inch per hour during storm events, primarily from Sunday afternoon to Monday noon, prompting a flood watch for affected areas.
The risk of debris flow around recently burned areas in Los Angeles County is growing as this weekend's rains approach, increasing to a 10% to 20% chance.
Meteorologist Ryan Kittell emphasized a need to highlight the potential threat, noting that 'the most likely outcome is that there might be some shallow debris flows that are kind of minor impacts.'
Read at Los Angeles Times
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