Heavy Rain Storm Expected In Malibu

MALIBU, CA – A heavy rainstorm is expected in Malibu Wednesday as Malibu schools in the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District are closed for a second day. According to the National Weather Service, all areas will receive half an inch to an inch of rain between Tuesday and Wednesday. Late Wednesday into Thursday, steady rains are expected with embedded heavier downpours.

Peak rain rates are very uncertain at this time, the National Weather Service said. A high surf advisory is in effect through Friday.

"As part of its storm preparation plan, the city continues to monitor storm conditions and crews are patrolling and clearing roads of rocks and debris, clearing storm drains and culverts to prevent flooding, placing temporarily concrete k-rails to prevent flooding and debris flows, and has pre-placed heavy equipment at areas sensitive to flooding and debris flows," the City of Malibu said. "Sheriffs Volunteers On Patrol are assisting with patrolling City streets and reporting issues."

Flooding, mud and debris flows are a "very real and dangerous threat" to communities affected by the Woolsey Fire, the city said. Residents living in those areas should plan and prepare for evacuations, lack of water, power and natural gas, traffic signals not functioning, and roads that may be closed.

"Evacuation orders should not be taken lightly and are ordered because there is a threat to life and property," the statement said. "Evacuate early to reduce traffic congestion out of Malibu."

It is possible residents may not get emergency alerts due to possible storm-related power outages. The City of Malibu urges people to monitor storm conditions on local radio, and if possible, the National Weather Service. If heavy rain persists, do not wait for evacuation orders. Leave early.

See detailed maps of the areas in Malibu that are at risk for post-fire flooding, mudslides and debris flows on the city's Flood Vulnerability Maps page.

Malibu 5-Day Forecast:

Today
A chance of showers before 10am, then rain likely after 10am. Cloudy, with a high near 63. East southeast wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.

Tonight
Rain. Low around 59. South southeast wind around 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.

Thursday
Showers, mainly before 4pm. High near 63. South wind 10 to 15 mph becoming west in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%.

Thursday Night
A 40 percent chance of showers, mainly before 10pm. Cloudy, then gradually becoming partly cloudy, with a low around 55. West northwest wind 10 to 15 mph.

Friday
Mostly sunny, with a high near 65. Northwest wind around 10 mph.

Friday Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 55.

Saturday
Sunny, with a high near 71.

Saturday Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 52.

Sunday
Sunny, with a high near 70.

Sunday Night
Partly cloudy, with a low around 54.

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