Here’s a look at the new leaders tasked with helping to shape the future of public safety in Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino and Orange counties.: Jaime Moore was appointed to the position of fire chief in November.

A powerful winter storm swept across Southern California on Wednesday, with heavy rain threatening mudslides and debris flows in areas scorched by wildfires, bringing near white-out snow conditions in the mountains and hazardous travel for millions of holiday drivers.

Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency as forecasts warn of flash flooding, mudslides and debris flows in areas scorched by last January's wildfires.

A major storm is lashing California with powerful winds and is set to deliver months’ worth of rain that could trigger debris flows and flash floods.

California is facing another day of heavy rain and risks of flash floods, prompting Los Angeles County to extend evacuation orders as officials warn about the dangers for road travel in this busy holiday period.