A San Diego man tragically became the third storm-related fatality as severe weather continues to impact California. The incident was reported on December 24, 2025, amid ongoing storms that have wreaked havoc in the region.
In another weather-related incident, a woman was rescued after being swept nine miles down San Jose Creek during the same storms. The extreme weather conditions have resulted in significant disruption, with residents describing the aftermath as "rock and mud."
Additionally, the storms have contributed to an unprecedented Christmas holiday in Southern California, marking it as the wettest on record. The impact of these storms raises concerns about the region's ongoing issues with drought and flooding.
As recovery efforts begin, the community faces the challenge of rebuilding and addressing the damage caused by the relentless storms.