The Los Angeles area is preparing for the tail end of an atmospheric river that will bring "beneficial rain," forecasters say.

February is historically the wettest month in Southern California and the first full week of the month in 2025 is no exception. After the region was devastated by three massive wildfires last month – the Palisades,

Pacific Coast Highway will be closed this week because of potential mud and debris flows during the upcoming storms.

There is a 10% to 20% chance of flash flooding and landslides in some recently burned areas of Los Angeles County, forecasters say, including the Palisades and Eaton fire areas.