SoCal Areas at Risk for Flooding, Mudslides Urged Prepare Ahead of Storms

Officials in Beverly Hills handed out sandbags ahead of a series of storms forecast to start on Jan. 3, 2016. (Credit: KTLA)

by: Courtney Friel, Elizabeth Espinosa, Chip Yost

Posted: Jan 4, 2016 / 08:54 AM PST

Updated: Jan 5, 2016 / 12:36 AM PST

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A series of storms forecast to hit Southern California this week could trigger flooding and mudslides, officials warned. They are urging residents, especially those in recent burn areas, to prepare ahead of the wet weather.

Courtney Friel reports from Glendora for the KTLA 5 News at 6 on Jan. 4, 2016.

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