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December 26, 2025
New storm hitting waterlogged Southern California could bring mudslides and high surf
WRIGHTWOOD, California (AP) — California, soaked from days of relentless rain and recovering from mudslides in mountain towns, was hit with another powerful storm Christmas Day that led to evacuation warnings and high surf advisories.
TL;DR
- A powerful storm hit California on Christmas Day, leading to evacuation warnings in Wrightwood.
- High surf advisories were issued for coastal areas, with waves expected to reach up to 25 feet near San Francisco.
- Over 70,000 Californians were without power.
- Heavy rain and winds caused at least two deaths prior to the Christmas storm.
- A major storm system is expected to bring freezing rain, sleet, and snow to the Midwest and Northeast, disrupting travel.
- Wrightwood, California, experienced mudslides with roads covered in rocks and debris.
- Atmospheric rivers are bringing significant moisture to California, with some areas expected to receive 4-8 inches of rain.
- Heavy snow and strong winds are forecasted for the Sierra Nevada and Lake Tahoe area, with a high avalanche risk.
- Governor Gavin Newsom declared emergencies in six California counties.
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