"Ventura County Braces for Strongest Storm of the Season with Evacuation Orders in Place"

Ventura County authorities have issued evacuation orders and warnings as the strongest storm of the season approaches, with 3 to 6 inches of rainfall expected in coastal and valley areas and 6 to 12 inches in foothill and mountain areas. The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch and winter storm watch for the region, with potential snow and wind gusts of up to 80 mph. Evacuation orders and warnings have been issued for specific communities at risk of flooding and debris flows, and an emergency evacuation shelter is set to open. Residents are urged to stay alert and prepared for potential flooding and to monitor changing conditions.