More Rain Headed to SoCal as Travel Warnings Continue

Forecasters warn of falling snow levels and challenging travel conditions in the region.

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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Southern California has seen heavy rainfall in recent days, leading to at least one person being swept away by floodwaters. While the rainfall amounts are expected to be less severe in the upcoming storm system, winter storm warnings remain in effect for parts of the region, with forecasters warning of difficult to impossible travel conditions in the mountains.

Why it matters

The ongoing storms have caused significant disruptions to travel and safety concerns in Southern California, highlighting the need for residents to be prepared for extreme weather events and heed warnings from local authorities.

The details

A person was swept away by floodwaters in San Bernardino County after attempting to cross a flooded road by car. In Los Angeles, fire officials extended an evacuation warning for burn-scar areas. The next storm system is expected to move in overnight Wednesday and into Thursday, though rainfall amounts are forecasted to be less than recent storms. However, winter storm warnings remain in effect for parts of the region, with Caltrans reporting closures on State Route 18 and State Route 27 due to the storms.

  • On Tuesday, Feb. 17, San Bernardino County Fire Department officials reported an active search for a person who had been swept away by floodwaters.
  • On Tuesday, Feb. 17, fire officials in Los Angeles extended an evacuation warning for burn-scar areas, including the area affected by the Palisades Fire.
  • Another storm system is expected to move in overnight Wednesday, Feb. 18, and into Thursday, Feb. 19.

The players

San Bernardino County Fire Department

The fire department that reported the active search for a person swept away by floodwaters.

Los Angeles Fire Department

The fire department that extended an evacuation warning for burn-scar areas in Los Angeles.

National Weather Service Los Angeles

The local office of the National Weather Service that provided forecasts for the upcoming storm system.

National Weather Service San Diego

The local office of the National Weather Service that provided forecasts for the upcoming storm system in the San Diego region.

Caltrans

The California Department of Transportation that reported road closures due to the storms.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

The National Weather Service will continue to monitor the storm system and provide updates on travel conditions and any additional warnings or advisories.

The takeaway

The ongoing storms in Southern California have caused significant disruptions and safety concerns, underscoring the importance for residents to stay informed, heed warnings from local authorities, and be prepared for extreme weather events.