California braces for storm after heavy snowfall

Big storm headed for US state:  The storm comes after California saw near-record snowfall, heavy rain.

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California on high alert:  The state has been placed under high alert for flash flooding, mudslides and rockslides. 

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State still under snow:  California is still blanketed under snow from recent blizzards. 

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Evacuation warnings issued:  Authorities issued evacuation warnings for foothill, mountain communities in central California.

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Snowpack able to absorb rain:  National Weather Service in San Diego said the snowpack should be able to absorb the rain.

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21 counties under state of emergency:  California's Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency for 21 counties. 

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