On September 18, 2025, a string of mudslides ripped through Southern California, burying roads and trapping motorists for up to eight hours. The worst hit was Forest Falls, where a 400‑foot pit swallowed the highway. Nearby Oak Glen saw cars swept away by rushing mud. Emergency crews worked through the night to rescue drivers and assess the damage. The events highlight how quickly heavy rain can turn a drive into a life‑threatening ordeal.
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