Active AlertsTorrance, CA

What: Flooding caused by moderate to locally heavy rainfall continues. Rainfall rates between 0.25 and 0.45 inch per hour have been observed, so far.
Where: A portion of southwest California, including the following county, western Los Angeles.
When: Until 815 AM PST.
Impacts: Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Rises in small streams and normally dry arroyos. Ponding of water in urban or other areas is occurring or is imminent.
Additional Details: - At 248 AM PST, Doppler radar indicated moderate to locally heavy rain falling across the advisory areas. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. - Minor mud and debris flows may occur on recent burn scars, including the Franklin, Palisades, Canyon, and Hawk burn scars. - Some locations that will experience flooding include Malibu, Santa Clarita, Northridge, Van Nuys, Encino, Woodland Hills, Burbank, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Agoura Hills, Santa Monica, and Culver City. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely.

What: Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated surf expected. Minor coastal overflows possible due to abnormally high tides between 6.7 and 7.5 feet and gusty southerly winds.
Where: Los Angeles, Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo County beaches.
When: Through Sunday afternoon.
Impacts: Pooling of sea water is possible around high tide at beach and harbor areas that is uncommon with normal tidal ranges. Enhanced beach erosion is also possible. No significant damage is expected. There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats nearshore.
Additional Details: Peak high tides are expected between 5 am and 9 am today, shifting to between 7 am and 11 am by Sunday. There is a moderate chance for Coastal Flood Advisories and/or High Surf Advisories to be issued for this weekend as another storm system may generate strong winds accompanied by a larger swell.

Remain out of the water due to hazardous swimming conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks.