Firefighters in Southern California said they had neutralized the risk of an explosion from an overheating tank of hazardous chemicals during an overnight operation, according to Orange County fire officials on Monday.

Southern California is preparing for another round of stormy weather after strong winds and heavy rain caused flooding, downed trees and heavy mountain snowfall earlier this week.

A 4.9-magnitude earthquake struck Southern California on Monday, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS).

Torrential rains battered Southern California, triggering widespread flash flooding and mud flows and prompting evacuation warnings, road closures, and dozens of emergency rescues as authorities urged residents to stay off the roads.

California Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency Wednesday as Southern California faces one of the most powerful holiday storms in years.

Evacuation warnings are in effect as Southern California prepares for heavy rainfall, strong winds, and potential mudslides through Christmas.

 The FBI is offering a $50,000 reward for information leading to the conviction of a suspect who allegedly fired a gun at federal agents during chaotic protests over immigration raids in Southern California on Thursday.

A preliminary 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck Southern California at 10:08 a.m. on Monday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.