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Southern California Faces Severe Storm, Evacuations Ordered

2/15/2025

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Southern California is bracing for its most powerful storm of the season, leading to mandatory evacuations in vulnerable burn scar regions. With rainfall expected to reach 1-3 inches and peak intensity hitting between 4-9 p.m. on Thursday, residents are urged to stay indoors and prepare for potential evacuations through Friday afternoon.

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Southern California is bracing for its most powerful storm of the season, leading to mandatory evacuations in vulnerable burn scar regions. With rainfall expected to reach 1-3 inches and peak intensity hitting between 4-9 p.m. on Thursday, residents are urged to stay indoors and prepare for potential evacuations through Friday afternoon.