Here’s how much rain Southern California could get this weekend

Los Angeles (KTLA) – a significant change in the weather is in The forecast of southern Californiaincluding the probability of rain.

An area of ​​low pressure falls into the region on Saturday and brings one -tenth to half an inch of rain to most areas through Sunday along with significantly cooler temperatures, according to meteorologists.

“Local amounts up to an inch are possible over south-facing slopes of the San Gabriel Mountains,” Said National Weather Serviceadds that thunderstorms are also possible.

The low pressure system also brings snow to higher heights, including ski resorts that have struggled with very little natural snowfall this season. The weather service said that snowfall amounts will range from two to five inches over 5000 feet, with local quantities of up to 10 inches on resorts.

While southern California desperately needs rainfall, officials support the potential influence on palisades and Eaton Wildfire burning scars.

At a news conference on Wednesday, Los Angeles County Public Works Director Mark Pestrella explained how his agency is preparing for the possibility of mud gliders who can cause further destruction in the fired-raised areas.

“As the rain approaches La County, public will work mobilize 24/7 storm patrols. All flood dams and channels have been prepared, ”Pestrella said.

Concrete barriers known as “k-rails” are inserted to redirect waste streams, Pestrella said, and the herds fill sand bags for businesses and residents in areas affected by fires.

“Our goal in this incident is to protect the public, the property and the natural environment,” he told journalists.

However, KTLA meteorologist Henry Dicarlo expressed confidence that the storm will not bring enough rainfall to cause major problems.

“We get our share of rain, which is good because it signalizes a change,” Dicarlo said. “It may not be much, but it is also good because we do not want slides in these combustion areas.”

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