LOS ANGELES—Rain battered Southern California Feb. 1 as the first—and smaller —of two anticipated storms arrived in the region and flooded multiple streets during the morning rush hour, making the commute a nightmare for thousands of Angelenos.
A flash flood warning was issued around 8:30 a.m. for much of the South Bay area, including Torrance, Carson, Harbor City, Long Beach, Palos Verdes, and the Port of Los Angeles. Forecasters said rain was falling in that area at rates between 1 and 1.5 inches per hour, dramatically raising the risk of flooding. The warning will be in place until about 11 a.m.
