Feb 23, 1998
The final...and deadliest...storm of the month struck Central and Southern California. Rainfall totals ranged from 1 to 4 inches over the coast with up to 14 inches in the mountains. Widespread urban and small stream flooding was reported. Most major highways reported closures due to flooding or mudslides. In fact, the community of Ojai was left isolated when Highways 33, 101 and 150 were closed. In Palmdale, up to 3 feet of water was reported at some intersections. In Newhall, one woman suffere
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5630030). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Ventura County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.