New Delhi, Jan. 1 -- A flood warning has been issued for Los Angeles and surrounding counties of Santa Barbara and Ventura by the National Weather Services (NWS) on Thursday, which will stay in effect till nighttime.

As per the official website of the NWS Los Angeles, the flood watch was in effect from the evening of Wednesday, 31 December, and will remain till nighttime on Thursday, 1 Jan.

The NWS says that the flood might lead to increased risks of rockslides and mudslides, and thus has asked travellers to avoid canyon roads and travels in mountainous areas.

There is also a moderate risk of flooding as well as flow of debris. The NWS strongly advises residents in the area to not cross flooded roads. It is better for travellers to adj...