A hurricane is set to hit Southern California this weekend and into next week, bringing with it strong winds and an unusual amount of rainfall for August. Hurricane Hilary is expected to reach category 4 strength by the weekend, with wind speeds of up to 120 mph off the Baja California Peninsula. However, as the storm approaches Southern California and moves into cooler ocean waters, it is anticipated to weaken, with wind speeds dropping to around 70 mph by Sunday night and 40 mph by Monday evening. The exact path of the storm’s impact on Southern California remains uncertain at this time.
The last time a tropical storm made landfall in this region was in 1939, resulting in significant damage and loss of life. The storm, known as El Cordonazo or The Lash of St. Francis, caused 93 deaths, including fatalities from flooding and those lost at sea.
In anticipation of the storm, Riverside County is expected to experience rainfall starting Saturday morning, accompanied by heavy winds of up to 30 to 45 mph. Cities such as Moreno Valley and Corona may see two to three inches of rainfall, while the mountains could receive four to eight inches of rain and wind speeds of up to 40-65 mph. The desert areas, including the Coachella Valley, are projected to receive four to seven inches of rain, surpassing the average annual rainfall for the region.
San Bernardino County is also expected to see heavy showers, with four to eight inches in the mountains and two to three inches in the inland areas. The National Weather Service warns of potential flash flooding, debris flows, and high surf along the coastline.
Temperatures in the Inland Empire, which reached triple digits on Thursday, are forecasted to drop to the low to mid 80s by Saturday and Sunday, accompanied by high humidity as the storm approaches.
Orange County will also experience the effects of the storm, including two to three inches of rain starting Saturday afternoon and strong winds of up to 30 to 45 mph. Los Angeles County can expect one to two inches of rain, with higher amounts in the mountains and valleys, along with wind speeds of around 35 mph.
Residents are advised to avoid beaches due to the risk of rip currents and high surf caused by the storm. Stay tuned for updates from the National Weather Service and take necessary precautions to ensure safety during this weather event.
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