"Hurricane Hilary Sparks State of Emergency in California, Threatening Flooding and Damaging Winds"

Hurricane Hilary, currently a Category 1 storm, is expected to hit Southern California, bringing heavy rain, floods, and damaging winds. The storm is forecasted to weaken to a tropical storm but still poses a significant threat, with "catastrophic and life-threatening" flooding expected. Parts of California, Nevada, and Arizona could receive a year's worth of rain in a single day. California Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency and ordered evacuations in certain areas. The storm has already caused disruptions, including the closure of state beaches, relocation of Navy ships, and rescheduling of events.