Per the @latimes city officials all over California are on high alert and scrambling to bring thousands of unhoused people indoors. due to potentially lethal conditions created by the storm surge. The anticipated storm was expected to hit by late Wednesday and continue into Thursday. Two to 4 inches of rain are expected in some metro areas, with 4 to 8 inches in some mountain areas. The National Weather Service has warned of "widespread flooding and damaging winds." Many unhoused people shared stories of weatherizing their encampments or struggling with rain soaked items used for warmth. These kind of weather events can be fatal to those camping near waterways and by increasing risk to exposure. ⠀ In Los Angeles, those needing winter shelter are urged to call 2-1-1, to find information on available spaces and locations. The Los Angeles Mission also offers emergency outreach services, daytime baggage storage, and resource referrals at our information center between 7AM - 4PM. ⠀ You can also help by donating cold weather items, emergency blankets, and other hygiene items! ⠀ ⠀ #losangeles #homelessness #skidrow #losangelesmission #lamission #weareheretohelp #california #housing #athmosphericweather #winter #wintershelter #lahsa #socal #rain #atmosphericriver