A late-season storm system has unleashed a mix of severe weather across Southern California, with Hurricane Marie delivering high surf, thunderstorms, and localized flooding before transitioning abruptly into a scorching heat wave. Residents are facing power outages amid the shifting conditions, as heavy rainfall gives way to dangerously high temperatures. Authorities are warning of potential hazards from both the lingering storm effects and the sudden rise in heat. The rapid weather shift has left communities on alert for further disruptions.
Hurricane Marie brought dangerous surf, thunderstorms, flooding and power outages to Southern California as rain gives way to a sharp September heat wave.
