By AMBER BOGH
The 2023 winter and spring had a tremendous amount of rain causing many areas to flood, including the Santa Ana River. This flooding caused major issues for nearby residents and visitors. Issues include damage of roads, bridges, residents possessions, homes, as well as leaving trees and boulders everywhere.
Fallen trees, boulders, and other debris at the bottom of the Santa Ana River in Angeles Oaks, California. (AMBER BOGH/ Ethic News photo)
A large pile of debris is cleared by dozers while smoothing out the road. Fallen trees have been scattered everywhere due to the heavy flowing water in the Santa Ana River. (AMBER BOGH/ Ethic News photo)
An RV is pushed up against a tree by the Santa Ana River causing damages to the exterior and possessions inside. (AMBER BOGH/ Ethic News photo)
Boulders, trees, and other debris lie at the bottom of the Santa Ana river bed after flooding in 2023. (AMBER BOGH/ Ethic News photo)
One of the many bridges broken from the flooding made the roads inaccessible. Fortunately bull dozers have gone through recently and made the roads accessible again. (AMBER BOGH/ETHIC NEWS PHOTO)
The Santa Ana River originates in the San Bernardino Mountains and flows through San Bernardino, Riverside and Orange counties, eventually emptying into the Pacific Ocean through Huntington Beach.
The flooding of the Santa Ana River has impacted many people’s lives. Residents unable to get to work, losing possessions, homes, and even visitors just passing through due to the debris.
Spreading awareness and knowing about the topic as well as knowing about possible flood danger areas is important.
There are many websites that can help provide information on being in danger of a flood.
California Department of Water Service: Flood Risk Notification
National Weather Service: Flood Related Hazards
Local Conditions: California Valley Warnings, Watches and Advisories
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