LOS ANGELES — A weekend storm is expected to soak California’s dry terrain, potentially bringing an end to the deadly wildfires that have ravaged the state.

However, the storm also poses a significant risk of flash floods in areas impacted by recent wildfires.

Flood watch alerts have been issued for parts of Los Angeles affected by the Palisades Fire, which has burned 23,448 acres and is 79% contained, and the Eaton Fire, which has scorched 14,021 acres and is 95% contained.

The 24-hour flood watch begins Sunday at 4:00 p.m. local time, according to BC News.

The National Weather Service warned of the risk of mudslides, particularly in areas with burn scars, such as those from September's Bridge Fire in the Angeles National Forest and the Hughes Fire northwest of Los Angeles.

Federal forecasters estimate a 10% to 20% likelihood of significant flooding and debris flow.

"While damaging debris flows are not the most likely outcome, there is still a lot of uncertainty with this storm," the National Weather Service office in Oxnard stated, urging residents to prepare for the worst-case scenario.

Rain is expected to begin in Los Angeles County on Saturday afternoon, intensifying on Sunday with potential "moderate to locally heavy rain and small hail or graupel." Urban Los Angeles could see up to a quarter-inch of rain, while San Diego may experience up to an inch. Heavier rain is predicted for Sunday.

Los Angeles County and nearby cities, including Pasadena and Baldwin Park, are providing sandbags to help residents prepare for potential mudflows.

Winter storm warnings have also been issued for the San Gabriel and San Bernardino mountain ranges, covering areas such as Wrightwood, Big Bear City, Crestline, and Lake Arrowhead. The warnings, which begin Sunday at 4:00 p.m., predict up to 18 inches of snow above 6,000 feet and up to 6 inches above 4,000 feet by Monday afternoon. — Agencies