A storm moved into Southern California early Monday, with the heaviest rainfall expected by afternoon. A powerful winter storm will soak Los Angeles and much of Southern California on Monday, dampening plans for Presidents Day and threatening thunderstorms and possible flooding through midweek. “This is a storm with a lot of energy,” said Rose Schoenfeld, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service. Similar conditions are expected across much of Southern California. AdvertisementTravelers on the Grapevine could see “blowing snow and near whiteout conditions,” Schoenfeld said.

Source: Los Angeles Times February 16, 2026 17:01 UTC