La La Land vs. Big Bad Hurricane: A Match Made in...Never Ever Happening?
Los Angeles. The land of sunshine, celebrities, and...hurricanes? Well, hold on to your pool floats, folks, because a hurricane hitting LA is about as likely as finding a decent parking spot on Rodeo Drive.
But hey, crazier things have happened, right? I mean, have you seen the price of avocado toast these days?
So, let's dive into the deep end (pun intended) of this whole hurricane situation.
The Not-So-Stormy Truth
The good news is, LA can breathe a sigh of relief. Hurricanes are fuelled by warm ocean waters, and the Pacific waters hugging the California coast are more like a refreshing dip than a steaming hot tub. Translation: Hurricanes just don't find the California coastline very inviting.
In fact, the last recorded tropical storm to make landfall in LA was way back in 1939, and even that one lost its punch before hitting the beach. So, LA has about as much chance of getting pummeled by a hurricane as winning the lottery...twice.
But What About Those "Tropical Storm" Rumors?
Now, before you pack your rain gear and head for the hills, there's a tiny detail to consider. The remnants of a hurricane, sometimes called a tropical storm, can still bring unwelcome guests to the LA party. We're talking heavy rain, gusty winds, and the occasional case of flash flooding. Not exactly a hurricane, but enough to disrupt your poolside lounging.
So, What's the Verdict?
Relax, Californians! Hurricanes are about as likely to hit LA as a movie ever truly capturing the struggle of finding affordable housing in the city. However, keep an eye out for those sneaky tropical storms that might try to crash your pool party.
But hey, if a hurricane ever does decide to take a vacation to LA, at least you'll have a great story to tell (and maybe even score a sweet movie deal out of it).
