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CITY OF LOS ANGELES / Emergency Management / EL NIÑO & Wet Weather Preparedness / Helping Angelenos Prepare, Connect, and Respond / Wednesday, October 21 / 6 PM - 7 PM / Join the WEBINAR to learn more. / Register for this week's webinar at: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_6HGQd26vRz6jtuXyYGEe9w#/registration

Find Rain, Storm Preparedness & Coastal Hazards Updates

Join the week's @ReadyLA City Wet Weather Preparedness Webinar, October 21 at 6 PM.

Get prepared for El Niño season 2026-27.

Hear an Overview of 2026-27 El Niño from NWS Meteorologist Dr. Ariel Cohen

NWS-Los Angeles El Nino (audio)

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El Niño Awareness / El Niño has a strong effect on Pacific Ocean waters that could cause increased wet weather conditions or other concerns in Los Angeles. The storm season begins in mid-October, and can last through early spring.

October EMD Newsletter: El Niño & More

Posted on 10/05/2026

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Storm Safety: Before, During, After

Posted on 09/22/2026

What does El Niño Mean for Southern California? Some ways to prepare for the winter may include: Ensure roofs are in good condition / Replace windshield wipers and tires / Clear out gutters / Sign up to receive emergency alerts from your local government

What is El Niño? NWS Explains.

Posted on 09/21/2026

Rain Readiness Resources

Increasingly common atmospheric rivers, and climate events like El Niño 2026-27 can bring heavy rains for extended periods in Southern California. Stay prepared -- even after "rainy seasons" -- for their impacts and hazards.

Storms Ahead

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