Tropical Storm Kay to Bring Rains and Small Flooding in Southern California

Tropical storm Kay is expected to bring heavy rainfall to Baja California and Southern California Friday, according to the key messages advisory of the National Hurricane Center and Center Pacific Hurricane Center on September 8, 2022.

At 8:00 p.m., Kay has been downgraded from Hurricane 1 to Tropical Storm as it gradually weakens.

Kay is seen to weaken as it moves north.

The storm's worst part is on Friday, and it will weaken on Saturday. Weather reports show that the weather will lighten up on Monday.

The AccuWeather website reported that as of Thursday evening, Kay was still a large storm with 70 mph (110 km/h) sustained winds, and it was moving north-northwest at four mph (22 km/h).

Kay, located about 30 miles (50km) east of Punta Eugenia, Mexico.

Furthermore, isolated thunderstorms are likely in central Arizona and southern Nevada.

Small flooding will also happen beginning Friday in Southwest Arizona.

Flooding threat is also possible as Kay rainfall can amount to one to two inches of rain rampaging across Southern California.

A local news site, CBS Los Angeles, reported that Long Beach built coastal berms in anticipation of high tides. Bailey Canyon is also advised to be avoided due to possible flash floods in the area. Los Angeles will feel thunderstorms and cloudy clouds.

In parts of Mexico, Tropical warnings on Thursday were declared in areas from north of Punta Abreojos to San Jose De Las Palomas.

Tropical storms are still present over Baja California Peninsula and will continue to spread northward.

Advisory explained that strong wind, which is not directly associated with Tropical Storm Kay, is expected across southern California on Friday.

The Weather Prediction Center warned that the high winds could increase fire danger in the areas.

Residents are advised to check for updated High Wind and Flood Watch warnings.

Heatwave relief

Tropical Storm Kay will offer comfort to California's record-breaking high-temperature heat wave.

The heavy rain and tropical moisture will help to ease the hot temperature. The storm will also aid the prolonged drought.

Dismayed Californians suffer from extreme heat exacerbated by climate change.

As the state battles against the hot temperature, state officials scramble for immediate and green solutions to address power interruptions.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom, in a tweet, said that the heat wave was the hottest and longest in September.

To prevent power outages amidst the heat and the threat of tropical storms, the state and power facilities urged residents to reduce their electricity consumption, or avoid unnecessary major appliances.

Safety Tips

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Wildfires, heatwaves, tropical storms, or hurricanes are environmental events. It is essential to always prepare for any incidents such as evacuations.

Charge your mobile phones, and save contacts of local authorities or families to report and check your situation.

A power bank is also useful.

Keep a bag with basic food needs, medicines, and documents in an emergency as being prepared is a must.

Most importantly, always be updated on news or announcements from local authorities.

Information is available on social media, televisions, or radios.