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Rainfall and thunderstorms are expected overnight, with the National Weather Service warning of possible flooding in burn scarred areas prompting evacuation warnings

Mayor Karen Bass announced an evacuation warning for the burn-scarred areas of Los Angeles after the National Weather Service forecasted rain and potential thunderstorms through Tuesday.

The NWS also issued a Flood Watch impacting burn scar areas including the Pacific Palisades, Hurst and Sunset burn scars that will go into effect at 10 p.m. Monday night, as peak rainfall is expected to hit its peak Tuesday morning.

“The City is prepared and we are ready to respond during this storm,” Bass said in a statement Monday afternoon.

“The City has bolstered the hillsides and vulnerable areas from potential debris flows in recent burn scar areas – these resources remain in place. Today, we have strategically deployed resources for the Palisades and across the city, including strike teams, rescue teams and helicopters.”

Bass urged caution on the roads and told Angelenos that free sandbags are available to secure properties. The LAPD will be contacting residents at roughly 60 properties that are especially vulnerable to any potential debris flows Monday evening, Bass said.

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In addition, the City’s Emergency Operations Center was activated this morning and the Mayor’s Office of Public Safety is coordinating with the Emergency Management Department, LAFD, LAPD, L.A. County Public Works, the State of California and relevant City Departments to ensure all personnel are ready to respond as needed to keep Angelenos safe.