Authorities continue to issue evacuation orders in California as Tropical Storm Hilary, previously a category 4 hurricane, makes its way inland leaving a trail of flooding in its wake. The tropical storm, which weakened since Friday, is expected to unleash significant rainfall beginning Saturday night. The National Weather Service warned citizens to prepare for "catastrophic and life-threatening flooding.”
Wondering what a Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) looks like? Do you live in Southern California and not receive one recently? Check your settings on your smart phone and make sure you are set to receive them!#CAwx pic.twitter.com/tuvWVgpSaZ
— NWS San Diego (@NWSSanDiego) August 20, 2023
Despite its downgrade to a Category 1 hurricane and then to a tropical storm, the National Weather Service warned that Hilary could trigger isolated tornadoes in parts of Southern California. In addition, it is creating potentially deadly surf conditions and rip currents along Southern California beaches.
Hilary has weakened to a Tropical Strom and is expected to make it into SoCal this afternoon. Expect periods of heavy rain; areas of flooding especially in the mtns and deserts; and strong winds especially in San Diego Co, east Inland Empire, mtns, and deserts. Be safe!#CAwx pic.twitter.com/TNXEfzFgV4
— NWS San Diego (@NWSSanDiego) August 20, 2023
Authorities in high risk areas have set up shelters to deal with potential evacuations.
The American Red Cross has opened an evacuation center for those who have been issued an evacuation order. The location of the center is Redlands East Valley High School, 31000 E. Colton Ave, Redlands. For more info, reach out to our call center at 909-387-3911. #HurricaneHilary pic.twitter.com/CYXEfwglxA
— SBCounty (@SBCounty) August 20, 2023
As it passed through Mexico, Hilary remained at category 1, triggering red alerts in several areas in Baja California and Baja California Sur. There have been several fatalities, according to national media reports.
Massive torrents floods due to Hurricane Hilary in Santa Rosalía of Baja California, Mexico.#SouthernCalifornia #Hurricane #storm #hurricanehilary #tropicalstormhilary #Hurricane #Weather #SanDiego #Baja #LosAngeles #HurricaneHilary #Mexico pic.twitter.com/I1zRebvAln
— Chaudhary Parvez (@ChaudharyParvez) August 20, 2023
Massive torrents floods due to Hurricane Hilary in Santa Rosalía of Baja California, Mexico 🇲🇽
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