Winter storm sweeps Southern California, triggers flash floods, mudslides

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00:00Mudslides and flash floods tore through parts of Southern California, prompted by a powerful

00:05Christmas Eve storm.

00:07The Weather Service warned of persisting life-threatening conditions, advising people not to travel

00:12unless ordered to flee.

00:14Evacuation warnings went into effect in much of the region Wednesday, leading some residents

00:18to prepare for severe weather ahead of their holiday plans.

00:22The storm's torrential rains and strong winds, which started Tuesday, were brought on by

00:45an atmospheric river known as the Pineapple Express, which transports heavy moisture from

00:49Hawaii to the West Coast, bringing rain.

00:53Regions still recovering from last January's wildfires are under special alert.

00:57Los Angeles County officials said they delivered around 380 evacuation orders to especially vulnerable

01:03homes.

01:04My lower basement area has flooded, so I'm trying to take care of that.

01:10I'm just happy to be able to get the fan back to take care of my father.

01:17A National Weather Service meteorologist warned of flooding, rock slides and mudslides continuing

01:21through Friday.

01:23California Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency in several counties, including

01:27Los Angeles, to allow the quick mobilization of resources if necessary.

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