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Christmas Tornado Hits LA as Storms Cause Emergencies

12/28/2025

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A National Weather Service-confirmed EF-0 tornado struck Los Angeles on Christmas, with winds up to 80 mph along a Boyle Heights path, as part of a Pineapple Express system bringing heavy rainfall.
Two ski patrollers were injured in an avalanche at Mammoth Mountain, and several storm-related deaths were reported statewide.
Governor Gavin Newsom declared emergencies in multiple counties due to severe weather impacts.

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A National Weather Service-confirmed EF-0 tornado struck Los Angeles on Christmas, with winds up to 80 mph along a Boyle Heights path, as part of a Pineapple Express system bringing heavy rainfall.
Two ski patrollers were injured in an avalanche at Mammoth Mountain, and several storm-related deaths were reported statewide.
Governor Gavin Newsom declared emergencies in multiple counties due to severe weather impacts.