California Braces for Another Round of Extreme Weather, Thousands Evacuated

California is facing yet another round of extreme weather this weekend, as an unrelenting string of atmospheric rivers have caused flooding, mudslides, and thousands of evacuations. The National Weather Service has predicted up to 2 inches of rain for the Sacramento Valley, prompting the evacuation of the semi-rural town of Wilton, home to about 5,000 people.

Bands of thunderstorms with gusty winds have been sweeping across the state, with yet another atmospheric river storm following close behind Sunday. Governor Gavin Newsom has urged residents to take necessary precautions and limit non-essential travel.

Los Angeles experienced record rainfall for the date, reported CBS Los Angeles, with the 1.82 inches recorded at Los Angeles International Airport breaking the previous record of 1.68 inches set in 1995. The storm also caused power outages, with more than 4,000 customers in the Los Angeles area without electricity Sunday morning.

The storm is expected to continue into Monday, with more rain and snow predicted for the already saturated state. The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood watch for much of the state, including the San Francisco Bay Area, and warned of the potential for mudslides and debris flows.

The extreme weather has caused significant damage to the state, with many communities still reeling from the effects of the flooding and mudslides. Residents are urged to take necessary precautions and stay safe as the storm continues.