Active AlertsVentura, CA

The National Weather Service in Los Angeles/Oxnard has extended the Flash Flood Warning for Southern Santa Barbara County in southwestern California West Central Ventura County in southwestern California Until noon PST. At 856 AM PST, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated heavy rain falling across the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
Hazard: Flash flooding caused by heavy rain.
Source: Radar and automated gauges.
Impact: Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include Santa Barbara, Lompoc, Santa Ynez, Montecito, Point Conception, Carpinteria, Solvang, Isla Vista, El Capitan State Beach, Refugio State Beach, Highway 101 through Gaviota State Park, Summerland, Rincon Point, La Conchita, Goleta, Buellton, Lake Cachuma, Highway 154 over San Marcos Pass, Santa Barbara Airport and Hope Ranch.

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. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded roads. Find an alternate route.

The National Weather Service in Los Angeles/Oxnard CA has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in California Ventura River At Foster Park affecting Ventura County. For the Ventura Riverincluding Foster ParkMinor flooding is forecast.
What: Minor flooding is forecast.
Where: Ventura River at Foster Park.
When: Until late tonight.
Impacts: At 19.1 feet, Ventura river begins to flood the Ventura Beach RV Resort.
Additional Details: - At 8:40 AM PST Wednesday the stage was 15.5 feet. - Bankfull stage is 15.9 feet. - ForecastThe river will oscillate around flood stage with a maximum value of 18.6 feet this afternoon. - Flood stage is 17.6 feet. - Flood HistoryThis crest compares to a previous crest of 18.2 feet on 01/05/2023. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued by later today.late tonight at 400 AM PST.

What: Significant and widespread flooding caused by excessive rainfall will be likely, with potential debris flow impacts across recent burn scars.
Where: A portion of southwest California, including the following areas, Antelope Valley, Calabasas and Agoura Hills, Catalina and Santa Barbara Islands, Central Ventura County Valleys, Cuyama Valley, Eastern Antelope Valley Foothills, Eastern San Fernando Valley, Eastern San Gabriel Mountains, Eastern Santa Monica Mountains Recreational Area, Interstate 5 Corridor, Lake Casitas, Los Angeles County Beaches, Los Angeles County Inland Coast including Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles County San Gabriel Valley, Northern Ventura County Mountains, Ojai Valley, Palos Verdes Hills, San Luis Obispo County Beaches, San Luis Obispo County Inland Central Coast, San Luis Obispo County Interior Valleys, San Luis Obispo County Mountains, Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches, Santa Barbara County Inland Central Coast, Santa Barbara County Interior Mountains, Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast, Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, Santa Clarita Valley, Santa Lucia Mountains, Santa Susana Mountains, Santa Ynez Mountains Eastern Range, Santa Ynez Mountains Western Range, Santa Ynez Valley, Southeastern Ventura County Valleys, Southern Salinas Valley, Southern Ventura County Mountains, Ventura County Beaches, Ventura County Inland Coast, Western Antelope Valley Foothills, Western San Fernando Valley, Western San Gabriel Mountains and Highway 14 Corridor and Western Santa Monica Mountains Recreational Area.
When: Through Friday afternoon.
Impacts: This prolonged strong Atmospheric River storm system will bring periods of heavy rain from late Tuesday into Thursday evening. Potential flooding impacts include the threat of significant and widespread urban roadway flooding, a high risk of major rock/mudslides, and rapid rises in creeks, streams, and rivers which will likely lead to swift water rescues. The recent burn scars will be at risk for debris flows, possibly damaging. These flooding impacts will likely lead to significant travel delays and road closures during this busy holiday travel period.
Additional Details: - Heavy rainfall with possible thunderstorms is expected with high rainfall rates, potentially exceeding one inch per hour during the peak of the event Tuesday night into Wednesday across favored south facing slopes and near thunderstorms. Another round of heavier rain and thunderstorms will be possible on Thursday. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

At 937 AM PST, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated that moderate to heavy rain was continuing to fall. The Conejo Creek at Ridge View has rapidly risen above flood stage and has reached minor flood stage. There is the possibility for the river to continue rising, and a crest at moderate stage cannot be ruled out. Flash flooding is already occurring.
Hazard: Flash flooding caused by heavy rain. Rock slides and mud slides.
Source: Radar and automated gauges.
Impact: Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. Rock slides and mud slides. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Camarillo, Malibu, Woodland Hills, Agoura Hills, Chatsworth, Northridge, Encino, Van Nuys, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, North Hollywood, Universal City, Hollywood, Burbank, Griffith Park, Pasadena and Alhambra.

Avoid flooded roads. Be aware of rock slides, mudslides, and possibly debris flows.

What: Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
Where: A portion of southwest California, including the following counties, the western portion of Los Angeles and the northern Ventura County Mountains.
When: Until 400 PM PST Wednesday.
Impacts: Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways.
Additional Details: - At 242 AM PST, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated heavy rain. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Up to 1 inch of rain has fallen. - Some locations that will experience flooding include Thousand Oaks, Malibu, Chatsworth, Santa Clarita, Agoura Hills, Northridge, Woodland Hills, Van Nuys, Encino, Santa Monica, Porter Ranch, Westlake Village, Canoga Park, Granada Hills, Calabasas, Malibu Creek State Park, Sylmar, Lockwood Valley and Topanga State Park. - 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. In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded roads. Find an alternate route.

What: Large breaking waves of 6 to 10 feet with dangerous rip currents.
Where: Ventura County Beaches, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches.
When: Until 11 AM PST Saturday.
Impacts: There is an increased risk for ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Large breaking waves can cause injury, wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats near shore.
Additional Details: Minor to potentially isolated moderate coastal flooding for south-facing beaches especially during high tides. This is expected to occur through Thursday due to strong southerly winds.

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