The rain from Tropical Storm Hilary diminished on Monday as the weather system moved northward. However, intermittent showers persisted and cleanup efforts commenced as roads and highways were affected by mudslides and flooding. Fortunately, there were no reports of significant injuries or damage caused by the storm, which unleashed its fury on the region throughout Sunday. Some trees fell in Sherman Oaks on Sunday, and during the night, a large tree toppled in the Sun Valley area, damaging nearby parked cars. The Monday morning commute was disrupted by various closures, including a mudslide that blocked one lane of traffic on the Hollywood (101) Freeway near Universal Studios. In addition, lanes on the Golden State (5) Freeway in the Sun Valley area were closed due to flooding. The Los Angeles River reached half capacity by 4 p.m. on Sunday, August 20, 2023, after enduring hours of heavy rainfall from the outer bands of Tropical Storm Hilary.
Images depict workers surveying the damage caused by Tropical Storm Hilary along Soledad Canyon Road in Santa Clarita, CA on Monday, August 21, 2023. The sidewalk along the road was undermined by heavy rain flow in the Santa Clara River. Another photo shows workers clearing the aftermath of the storm in Southern California, where a tree in front of Laguna Hills High School sustained damage. Workers are also seen addressing a mudslide caused by the heavy rain that occurred near Prairie Lane in Santa Clarita, CA. The submerged Tesla on a flooded freeway onramp from Palmdale Blvd. in Palmdale, CA, exemplifies the impact of Tropical Storm Hilary as it swept through Southern California. Moreover, a mailbox is shown submerged in water at Divison Street and Avenue P-12 in Palmdale, CA. Scenes from Huntington Beach reveal large waves crashing into the surf south of the Huntington Beach Pier due to the storm. Lastly, images capture the Los Angeles River at half capacity after enduring heavy rain, abandoned homeless camps along its banks, and a person taking photos of the river.
Other photographs showcase a woman playfully making her way to her car in Silverado Canyon despite the presence of puddles. Albert Antonio attempts to navigate a flooded roadway in Palmdale, and a plow clears debris from Sierra Highway in the same area. Meanwhile, high winds and rain wreaked havoc, tearing off a branch from a tree onto a home in Banning and ripping branches off trees in Beaumont. Shoppers at Stater Brothers and residents of Oak Glen and Yucaipa experienced the effects of Tropical Storm Hilary, with gusty winds and rain causing damage and disruption. A fast-moving flash flood washed out Oak Glen Road, trapping several motorists. People braved the downpour near the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, while crews worked to clear drains in Banning.
Overall, the combined visuals illustrate the aftermath of Tropical Storm Hilary, showcasing its impact on California’s roads, rivers, and communities.
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