A storm's brewing. Here's what you should expect this week
A storm system anticipated to bear down on the Southland is expected to arrive by Monday.
The main cold front is expected to move through later in the morning hours with heavier rain developing from the Ventura County mountains down to the coastline then to the Inland Empire.
A brief break in showers in expected with more activity developing into the evening and overnight into early Tuesday morning. Thunderstorms could develop and produce heavy downpour and hail.
The storm is expected to move east after Tuesday.
The storm system is expected to bring 1-2 inches of rain for the coast and the valleys and 2-4 across the foothills and mountain communities.
Los Angeles Couunty Fire Capt. Gilbert Valenzuela said crews are ready for rescue operations at a moment's notice. Crews will also be on patrol around the burn scars.
Sand and sandbags are available at most L.A. County fire stations for anyone who needs them.