Los Angeles, CA

The remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel caused coastal damage, flooding and debris flows across Southern California, with high-tide and surf hazards still affecting the coast. Forecasters expect a sharp shift to hot, dry conditions and Santa Ana winds later this week, increasing wildfire risk.

A persistent high-pressure ridge and unusually warm ocean temperatures drove temperatures 15 to 22 degrees above normal across Southern California. Downtown Los Angeles recorded four consecutive October days at or above 100 degrees, the longest such streak since records began.