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The Los Angeles River worked exactly how it was supposed to in the latest storms, but with climate change and extreme weather, Southern California will have to grapple with keeping flood defenses strong while dealing with ecological and environmental concerns.
There's a 55% chance La Niña could develop between June and August, and a 77% chance it could develop between September and November, NOAA said.
Capturing rainfall is only one part of the L.A. River's job. It is also a flood control channel that is critical to protecting lives and properties when stormwaters surge.
The city was still working its way through 562 mudslides as of Wednesday evening. Burn scars, loose earth and improper construction are all factors.
Heavy rains have caused multiple sewage spills that sent waste flowing down major streets and into storm drain systems leading to the ocean.