The National Weather Service in Los Angeles issued a flash flood warning for the Franklin burn scar and the western portion of the Palisades burn scar, west of Los Flores Canyon until 11 p.m. Sunday night.
In a news release, weather officials said Doppler radar rain gauges indicated thunderstorms bringing heavy rain across the two areas, adding that while not immediately likely, a life threatening debris flow could be possible.
Rainfall rates around Pepperdine University have been measured at 0.39 inch per hour, though NWS said higher rainfall rates are likely occurring.
The warning for recent the recent burn scars means that flooding and debris are flows imminent or already happening. Residents in these flood prone regions should take immediate precautions to protect themselves.
“This is a life threatening situation,” NWS said. “Heavy rainfall will cause extensive and severe flash flooding of creeks, streams and ditches in the burn scars. Severe debris flows are possible across roads. Roads and driveways may be washed away in places. If you encounter flood waters, climb to safety.”
