(251015) -- CALIFORNIA, Oct. 15, 2025 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 14, 2025 shows a flooded road near Malibu in Los Angeles County, California, the United States.

Severe thunderstorms swept across large parts of southwest California on Tuesday, bringing heavy rain, flash flooding and debris flow risks to the region.

The U.S. National Weather Service issued warnings for strong thunderstorms affecting Los Angeles County and surrounding areas. (Photo by Zeng Hui/Xinhua)