Severe Flooding in California Continues, More Rain Expected

Heavy rainfall disrupts travel and forces evacuations, particularly in Oxnard, with the storm expected to shift northward.

• Heavy rain has caused severe flooding in California, particularly in Oxnard, 55 miles west of Los Angeles, forcing evacuations and washing out roads.
• The rain is expected to continue into Friday, with a flood watch remaining in effect.
• Widespread totals of 3 to 6 inches and localized higher amounts have been recorded, with more expected to come.
• The storm has also caused disruptions to travel, particularly on Highway 101 in Santa Barbara County and Highway 1 in San Luis Obispo County.
• The storm system is expected to shift northward during the day Thursday into San Luis Obispo, Monterey, Kings, San Benito and southwest Fresno counties.

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