Californians hope rain will bring respite from LA wildfires as Trump set to visit

Forecast rain will aid firefighting efforts in Los Angeles but could cause mudslides and toxic ash run off

Southern California was preparing for some long-awaited rain this weekend, bringing some respite after enormous wildfires have raged for weeks, but with the potential to cause mudslides, flooding and toxic ash runoff.

Rain is forecast for much of Los Angeles from Saturday afternoon, the National Weather Service said. It said there was a 5-10%" chance of significant debris in burn scars, but officials have begun preparations for potential debris flows.