Update: Saturday 12:15 p.m.
–Los Angeles and Ventura Counties are under a Flash Flood Warning until 9 p.m. this evening, as a “strong and dynamic storm” is expected to bring rain exceeding one inch per hour in some areas.
The intense rainfall rates could cause flooding of roadways and small streams, as well as dangerous rockslides, according to the National Weather Service. Residents who reside in or directly below recent burn areas are advised to take steps to protect their property in the event of flash flooding.
–A High Surf Advisory is in effect through 5 p.m. Sunday. Surf of 6 to 10 feet is projected with sets up to 12 feet. The surf will gradually subside Saturday night and Sunday.
The high surf creates the potential for beach erosion and “minor tidal overflow” that could cause damage to property, according to the NWS. It will also create strong and dangerous rip currents in the surf zone, as well as waves that can wash people suddenly off beaches and rocks.
The Coastal Flood Advisory has expired.
The National Weather Service has issued two advisories and a flash flood warning for the stormy weekend in Malibu. Approximately 0.55 inches of rain fell between 4 p.m. Thursday and 4 a.m. Friday according to the NWS. Residents can expect temperatures in the mid-to-upper 50s for the next few days with humidity percentages in the high 90s as well.
Flash Flood Warning:
Forecasters predict heavy rain with possible thunderstorms through Saturday evening with potential rainfall rates at one inch per hour. These rates could lead to the flooding of roadways, small streams and dangerous rockslides. At 2:25 p.m. the doppler radar indicated a line of strong storms over central Los Angeles county moving eastward at 25 MPH, according to the NWS. As of 3:25 p.m., the advisory was set to expire at 5 p.m. Friday.
Coastal Flood Advisory:
With the combination of high surf, high tides and gusty winds, flooding could occur over low-lying coastal areas. The tides will reach their highest point at 6 feet during the morning hours through Sunday. Up until 12 p.m. Saturday, the advisory will remain in effect.
High Surf Advisory:
Waves between 8 to 12 feet are expected but could reach up to 14 feet on Saturday. The NWS reminds beachgoers that if caught in a rip current to swim parallel to shore until you are free of the powerful current and to always swim near a lifeguard. At 5 p.m. Sunday, waves are expected to be calmer and the advisory will end.
