California Winter Storm Causes Flooding
Analysis based on 14 articles · First reported Dec 24, 2025 · Last updated Dec 26, 2025
The powerful winter storm in United States — California caused significant disruptions, leading to power outages for Pacific Gas and Electric Company customers and hazardous travel conditions, which negatively impacts local businesses and holiday spending. The declaration of a state of emergency by Gavin Newsom highlights the severity of the event, potentially increasing state expenditures for recovery and infrastructure repair.
A powerful winter storm swept across United States — California, bringing heavy rains, gusty winds, mudslides, and debris flows. Southern United States — California experienced its wettest Christmas in years, with flash flooding and evacuation orders issued for vulnerable areas, particularly those previously affected by wildfires. United States — Los Angeles County, California and United States — San Bernardino County, California were among the hardest hit, with water rescues and road closures. Pacific Gas and Electric Company reported power outages affecting over 125,000 customers. Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency in six counties to aid storm response. The storm also contributed to a fatal crash investigated by United States — California Highway Patrol, resulting in the death of United States — Sacramento County Sheriff s Office Deputy James Caravallo. Conditions were exacerbated by multiple atmospheric rivers during a busy travel week, causing widespread disruptions across the state, including in the Sierra Nevada with heavy snow and avalanche risks.
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