The Los Angeles area is preparing for the tail end of an atmospheric river that will bring "beneficial rain," forecasters say.

After the region was devastated by three massive wildfires last month – the Palisades, Hughes and Eaton fires – crews prepared for potential debris flow in burn scar areas.

Pacific Coast Highway will be closed this week because of potential mud and debris flows during the upcoming storms.

Much-needed rain has arrived in Southern California and is helping with the ongoing wildfire fight across the Los Angeles area. However, the return of the rain has triggered Flash Flood Warnings, mudslides and debris flows in burn-scar areas,