Storm brings hail, strong winds and flooding across Los Angeles area

A strong storm swept through Southern California on Thursday, bringing heavy rain, hail, damaging winds, flooding and even light snow in mountain areas, according to abc7.com. In Victorville, fierce winds tossed debris and trash into the air, causing hazardous conditions for drivers. Video captured by a local reporter showed trees and fences being torn apart by the intense winds.

In Hollywood, the storm caused a tree to fall on several vehicles, damaging them. Across the region, heavy hail and rain led to flooded neighborhoods and underpasses, stranding some drivers. One driver reported his car stalled after water flooded the engine.

Rescue efforts were required in North Hills where a man was pulled from the rain-swollen Pacoima Wash, and two others were rescued from a flooded street. In the San Bernardino Mountains, debris flows occurred but no damage was reported. Mount Baldy received a light dusting of snow as part of the storm's impact.

As the storm passed, some communities saw rainbows appear in clearing skies. The storm also led to a unique rescue of a butterfly battered by rain, highlighting the varied effects of the weather event in the region.

CBS News Los Angeles reported that the storm prompted investigations into a possible tornado and left residents cleaning up after the heavy downpours, underscoring the storm's severity across the area.