This morning,Los Angeles' first storm of the yearStruck overnight,Accompanied by lightning, thunder and hail.The National Weather Service said that after the storm, Southern CaliforniaUp to 12 inches of snowfall in high-altitude mountains.Half an inch of rain in downtown Los Angeles, Greatly increasing the risk of roads and the possibility of debris flow eruption.

The National Weather Service warned thatStormy weather is expected to continue for the next week, May force some roads to be closed, and increase the risk of traffic delays and accidents.

In parts of the Chinese District east of Los Angeles, hail started at noon today.

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According to CalTrans, the road near San FernandoSome sections of Highway 2 are currently closed due to heavy rain.There is half an inch of snow on the Grapevine area of ​​Highway 5, and it is expected that snow will continue to fall in the future.Before 9 o'clock this evening, some mountainous areas in Los Angeles, Grapvine, Ventura and Santa Barbara counties may activate storm warnings. Windy weather and harsh driving conditions are expected.

The team also reminds everyone to minimize unnecessary trips in rainy and snowy days, and to be safe if you travel this week!

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References:

https://abc7.com/southern-california-weather-forecast-socal-los-angeles/9138467/

https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2020-12-28/southern-california-winter-storm-thunder-lightning-rain-snow