An atmospheric river event that slammed California this week is expected to subside on Wednesday after causing some flooding, mudslides and major downpours in the northern part of the state. As of Wednesday morning,

Parts of northern California could see up to a foot of rain, but Phoenix will remain dry and warmer than usual.

Here's the latest forecast for an upcoming winter storm that forecasters hope could finally lift Los Angeles County from the throes of a devastating fire season.