Pacific Storm To Bring Rain To Malibu

MALIBU, CA — A Pacific storm is expected to hit Southern California between Monday and Wednesday, bringing rain to the Southland.

Mud slides and debris flows over slopes denuded by wildfires cannot be ruled out, said NWS meteorologist Todd Hall. Tuesday could bring brief and heavy downpours, small hail and waterspouts, the NWS said.

Between one and three inches of rain are expected because of the storm, but more than four inches could fall in the San Gabriel mountains, according to the NWS.

There could also be scattered thunderstorms across coastal waters Monday through Tuesday night, forecasters said, adding that strong gusty winds and rough seas will accompany the storm Tuesday.

Off shore, hazardous sea conditions will prevail, the NWS said when issuing a small craft advisory that will be in effect until 6 p.m. Tuesday. Inexperienced mariners piloting small vessels are urged to stay out of the water.

A beach hazards statement is also in effect from Tuesday morning through Tuesday afternoon on Los Angeles County beaches and minor tidal overflows are possible. A high tide near six feet is expected around 10:30 a.m. Tuesday.

Malibu Weekly Weather Forecast:

This Afternoon
Partly sunny, with a high near 67. South wind around 10 mph.

Tonight
Rain, mainly after 11pm. Low around 55. South southwest wind 5 to 15 mph becoming east after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 80%.

Tuesday
Rain and possibly a thunderstorm. High near 65. Breezy, with an east wind 10 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%.

Tuesday Night
Rain and possibly a thunderstorm. Low around 54. Southeast wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.

Wednesday
Rain likely, mainly before 11am. Partly sunny, with a high near 65. East wind 5 to 10 mph becoming south southwest in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 70%.

Wednesday Night
A 20 percent chance of rain before 11pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 52.

Thursday
A 20 percent chance of rain after 11am. Partly sunny, with a high near 66.

Thursday Night
A slight chance of rain before 11pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 53. Breezy.

Friday
Mostly sunny, with a high near 65.

Friday Night
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 53.

The City of Malibu released a statement regarding the upcoming weather:

Residents should be prepared for hazardous driving conditions due to water, mud, rocks, and branches in the roadway, possible flooding, mud and debris flows, especially in steep hillsides and canyon areas and in the Woolsey Fire burn area, and potential power outages.

During power outages, motorists must approach all intersections where traffic signals are out as if they are all-way stop signs (come to a complete stop, then proceed).

Free sandbags are available at all Fire Stations in Malibu and at Zuma Beach Lifeguard Headquarters. Plastic sandbags are prohibited in the City of Malibu, please use burlap only.

In case of power outages, residents should use a battery, solar or hand-crank radios or car radios to monitor weather and emergency information on KBUU 99.1 FM, KNX 1070 AM and other news stations, since radios will continue to function when power is out. Have back up batteries for cell phones and tablets. Make sure you know how to open your garage door manually and make sure your driveway gate can open, or leave it open.

Do not attempt to cross flowing streams and flooded roadways. If you become trapped call 911 and seek high ground.

City News Service contributed to this post