The big December storm is set to break multiple rainfall records for the LA area. Flood watches are in effect for much of the region throughout the day. Belen De Leon has the forecast for Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2021.
A much-anticipated December storm is sweeping through Southern California Tuesday in what some are calling the biggest of the winter season.
As mandatory evacuations are called in burn scar areas and regions where mud flow is a concern, residents may be looking for resources.
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This bag includes scissors, bandages, gauze, insurance cards, cut and rash creams, antiseptic cream, antihistamine tablets, cough syrup, alcohol towels, eye drops and distilled water.
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Perhaps the most important tool in an emergency situation is the whistle, as this will help rescue teams find you.
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It is important that each member of your family has their own backpack. Each backpack should include everything that is mentioned on this list. Seniors, babies and pets must have their own backpack. If you have a pet, prepare a backpack with food and toys.
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The poncho will keep you dry and protect you from rain. Also have a change of thermal clothing.
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In a plastic bag, put soap, toothpaste, a toothbrush, deodorant, cotton, cleaning towels, lotion, disposable tissues, razors and feminine towels.
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These lenses are used for protecting your eyes from dust and other hazards.
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In a plastic bag include a copy of your identification, license, passport and social security.
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One gallon of water per person is recommended, so that you have water for at least 3 to 5 days.
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Be sure to pack one or two chargers for your phone, as well as portable chargers that can be pre-charged and ready to use while on the go.
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All food you keep must be food that is not perishable. Do not forget to include a can opener.
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It is important to have a flashlight in your emergency backpack, but also in every room of your home, given that a natural disaster can occur at any time. Make sure you have enough batteries.
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It is important to have a self-charging radio and to have batteries for it. You can buy a radio combo, which includes flashlight, radio and phone charger.
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These elements are necessary to close the gas supply in your home.
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If you have a medical history, include a list of your medicines and have enough doses for one week.
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Keep cash in your bag. In case of a major emergency, there will be no access to banks or ATMs.
If you are planning on staying in a shelter after being forced to evacuate, the Red Cross recommends you bring the following with you: prescription medications, extra clothing, pillows, blankets, hygiene supplies, other comfort items and important documents. If you have children, don't forget diapers, formula and toys.
Authorities advise that if residents are told to evacuate, do so quickly and do not return until officials say it's safe.
The Red Cross also say it's good to have your emergency kit ready. Don't foreget specialty items for seniors and pets. Make sure your family knows the emergency plan.
Plan you evacuation route ahead of time with alternates. It also helps to back your vehicle into your driveway facing the direction of escape, Red Cross says.
The city of Monrovia had sandbag materials for residents on a first come, first served basis at Recreation Park in the parking lot off of East Olive Avenue, near the skate park and Barney Glen Baseball Field.
Bond Fire burn area in Orange County, effective at 11:01 a.m., in effect until 12:30 p.m. Neighborhoods effected: Silverado Canyon, Williams Canyon and Modjeska Canyon.
El Dorado burn scar near Yucaipa: Oak Glen, Forest Falls, Mountain Home Village, Northeast Yucaipa, east of Bryant Street & N. of Date Ave, Hwy 38 from Bryant to Angelus Oaks
Evacuations were in place for the Lytle Creek area, with orders in place for residents just north of Lytle Creek due to the South fire burn scar.
Reports of rocks in the road on Highway 18 in San Bernardino County came through around 7:36 a.m. Rocks and debris were also reported on Highway 2 around 7:19 a.m.
At 11:01 a.m., there were reports of rocks as large as basketballs sliding into the road near Crestline in San Bernardino, near cross streets Lake Gregory Road and Horst Drive. Just under 2" of water accumulated in the area in six hours.
In Orange County, street flooding was also seen in metro areas. A Twitter user snapped a photo of a flooded intersection in Lake Forest where cars were said to be stranded.
Santiago Creek and Jackson Creek roads were also closed early Tuesday.
A portion of Lake Hughes Road was closed due to mud that flowed onto the roadway in Castaic.
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Evacuees from Bond Fire area can go to the the Lake Forest Sport Park located at 2800 Rancho Parkway, Lake Forest, after 4 p.m. PST.
American Red Cross assistance with shelter: 310-650-1515.
For the Animal Evacuation Center, contact San Bernardino County Animal Care and Control at 800-472-5609.
Riverside County
Albert A. Chatigny Senior Community Center: 1310 Oak Valley Pkwy, Beaumont.
Downtown Los Angeles looks soggy Tuesday morning, as a much-anticipated December storm soaked SoCal. Winter temperatures are expected to combine with 1-3" of precipitation. Belen De Leon has the forecast for Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2021.
Flood Warnings
Irvine
Tustin
Laguna Beach
Newport Beach
Aliso Viejo
Laguna Woods
San Joaquin Hills
Newport Coast
Laguna Hills, and
Crystal Cove State Park
El Dorado and Apple burn scar in Riverside and San Bernardino counties until 315 p.m. PST.
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Much of SoCal was under flood watches during a December 2021 storm.
A Flash Flood Warning has been issued for the Alisal burn scar region in Santa Barbara County.
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A storm cloud hovers over Los Angeles, California on December 13, 2021. – A storm which has already hit Northern California makes its way south and is expected to bring heavy rain and snow to the mountains of Southern California, raising concern of midslides in fire-ravaged areas. (Photo by Frederic J. BROWN / AFP) (Photo by FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP via Getty Images)
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Los Angeles, CA, Monday, December 13, 2021 – Pedestrians cross Figueroa St., downtown as a storm front moves into the LA basin. (Robert Gauthier/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
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This image shows the closed entrance to Canyon Park, near the Monrovia Sawpit, during a big December storm in 2021.
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Emergency personnel stand in the rain in the Monrovia Sawpit Debris Basin on Dec. 14, 2021.
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A police officer leaves his vehicle in Canyon Park, near the Monrovia Sawpit Debris Basin, on Dec. 14, 2021.
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Water rushes through the Monrovia Sawpit Debris Basin during a storm on Dec. 14, 2021.
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A school crossing guard holds a Stop sign for vehicular traffic as pedestrians cross a road in the rain on December 14, 2021 in Monterey Park, California. – A powerful Pacific storm system is bringing heavy rain, mountain snow and strong wind to Southern California. The National Weather Service warned that this is the most significant storm of the season. (Photo by Frederic J. BROWN / AFP) (Photo by FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP via Getty Images)
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Three cars were swept into the LA River during Tuesday’s December storm. Water rescue crews attempted to save the drivers.
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In South Gate, a car was hit by a tree during a December storm in Southern California.
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The El Toro exit was flooded, leaving cars stranded.
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Lytle Creek, CA – December 14: Vehicles drive through mud on Lytle Creek Road as debris from the South fire flows down the hillside covering the road Tuesday morning Dec. 14, 2021. (Photo by Will Lester/MediaNews Group/Inland Valley Daily Bulletin via Getty Images)
GORMAN, CA – DECEMBER 14: Drivers on Interstate 5 drive through blowing snow in Gorman on Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2021 as a cold storm brought rain and snow to Southern California. (Myung J. Chun / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
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LEBEC, CA – DECEMBER 14: Snow covers cars at a parking lot in Lebec, CA on Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2021 as a cold storm brought rain and snow to Southern California (Myung J. Chun / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
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A large tree branch came down across traffic lanes on Euclid Avenue near Chaffey High in Ontario. One driver escaped injuries.
Hermosa Beach, CA – December 14: High surf hits the Hermosa Beach, CA, Pier, as a winter storm clears from area in southern California, Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2021. (Jay L. Clendenin / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
Hermosa Beach, CA – December 14: High surf hits the Hermosa Beach, CA, Pier, as a winter storm clears from area in southern California, Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2021. (Jay L. Clendenin / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
